Phytochemicals

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phytochemistry

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the study of the chemical compounds found in plants

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alkaloids

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compounds that have a bitter taste and often have pharmacological effects

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flavonoids

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compounds that give plants their color and may have antioxidant properties

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tannins

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compounds that give plants astringent properties and may have antimicrobial effects

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essential oils

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highly concentrated plant extracts that have a strong aroma and may have medicinal properties

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examples of primary metabolites

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ethanol, lactic acid, amino acids, citric acids, and fatty acids

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primary metabolites

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chemical molecules that are required for an organism to grow, develop, and operate normally. Also known as primary nutrients

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secondary metabolites

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are often generated after the conclusion of the growth phase or near the stationary phase

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atropine

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a secondary metabolite that is generated from a variety of plants and has key uses in clinical settings

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polyphenols

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a class of beneficial chemical compounds that can be found in plants and have been linked to a variety of health advantages

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saponines

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compounds that have a soapy consistency and may have medicinal properties

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cardiac glycosides

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compounds that have a positive inotropic effect on the heart and may be used to treat heart failure

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terpenes

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compounds that are found in essential oils and have a strong aroma

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anthocyanins

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compounds that give plants their red, purple, or blue color and may have antioxidant properties