Define primary and secondary metabolites.

1.	Define primary and secondary metabolites.
Answer» (1) Primary metabolities : Metabolites which are found in animal tissues. They play specific role in normal physiological process. e.g., carbohydrates, protein, fats. (ii) Secondary metabolites : These are metabolites found in plant, fungal and microbial cells as a by product of main metabolic reactions. e.g. Alkaloids, rubber, terpenoides, essential oils, etc.

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(1) Primary metabolities : Metabolites which are found in animal tissues. They play specific role in normal physiological process. e.g., carbohydrates, protein, fats.

(ii) Secondary metabolites : These are metabolites found in plant, fungal and microbial cells as a by product of main metabolic reactions. e.g. Alkaloids, rubber, terpenoides, essential oils, etc.

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