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Plants synthesize a vast range of organic compounds that are traditionally classified as
primary and secondary metabolites although the precise boundaries between the two …

Plant secondary metabolites are the organic compounds that are not necessary for growth or
reproduction of plants, but which can be demonstrated genetically, physiologically, or …

The following sections are included: Introduction Historical Outline The Classification of
Plant Chemicals Major Classes of Plant Chemicals The Terpenoids Alkaloids and Other …

The term “Nutraceutical” refers to a group of substances which are either food or parts of
food that provide medical or health benefits. The period of emergence of nutrients as …

Kossel [45] was the first to introduce the term secondary metabolite over one hundred years
ago, stating that'whereas primary metabolites are present in every plant cell that is capable …

Plant Secondary Metabolism Page 1 5: Plant Secondary Metabolism Jeffrey B. Harborne 5.1
Introduction A major difference between plants and animals is the ability of plants to accumulate …

Plants are an essential source of chemical compounds with different biological properties
that man can use to his advantage. These substances are mainly produced as a result of …

Seed quality is considered as a major agricultural issue with respect to food and non-food
uses, biodiversity preservation and environmental protection. Germination efficiency and …

Vegetables and legumes are the major components of a balanced human diet and they
provide essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fat, vitamins, and minerals …