NEET2026BiologyChapterActual
Which of the following secondary metabolites is correctly matched with its respective category?
Options
- AAnthocyanin - Terpenoid
- BLemon grass oil - Polymeric substance
- CVinblastin - Drug
- DGums - Pigment
Correct answer
C. Vinblastin - Drug
Step-by-step solution
Secondary metabolites are classified into various categories based on their chemical nature and functions. Anthocyanin is a pigment, not a terpenoid. Lemon grass oil is an essential oil, not a polymeric substance. Vinblastin is an anti-cancer drug, which makes it correctly matched with the category of drugs. Gums are polymeric substances, not pigments. Answer: Vinblastin - Drug