Read the following statements regarding metabolites: (A) Primary metabolites have identifiable functions and play known roles in normal physiological processes. (B) Concanavalin A is a secondary metabolite categorized as a lectin. (C) Abrin and ricin are examples of secondary metabolites categorized as drugs. (D) Cellulose, rubber and gums are considered primary metabolites because of their structural roles. Choose t

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Statement (A) is correct as primary metabolites have identifiable functions and play known roles in normal physiological processes. Statement (B) is correct as Concanavalin A is listed as a lectin under secondary metabolites. Statement (C) is incorrect because Abrin and ricin are categorized as toxins, not drugs. Vinblastin and curcumin are examples of drugs. Statement (D) is incorrect because cellulose, rubber, and gums are categorized as polymeric substances under secondary metabolites, despite cellulose having a