A Number of Plants Produce Terpenes

question 160

Multiple Choice

A number of plants produce terpenes. What is one advantage that the production of terpenes has over the production of alkaloids?

• A)There is no advantage because they both take energy to produce.
• B)There is no advantage because terpenes are not as effective against herbivores as phenols.
• C)There is an advantage because terpenes do not require nitrogen for their production.
• D)There is an advantage because terpenes have a simpler chemical structure and are easier to synthesize.

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