alkaloids Flashcards
1
Q
what are alkaloids?
A
natural products from secondary metabolism in plants (but also insects, amphibians & fungi)
2
Q
what is the typical structure of alkaloids?
A
Contains N, usually in a heterocyclic ring
3
Q
do alkaloids exist as basic or acidic?
A
Are basic compounds (hence the name) derived from amino acid metabolism & are amines
