Biology · Biotechnology
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The cell suspension culture of ________ produces quinine.
- A
Soybean.
- B
Digitalis lanata
- C
Cinchona ledgeriana.
- D
Luceferin.
Quinine is a bitter compound that comes from the bark of the cinchona tree.
a) Soybean: Soybean is not typically associated with the production of quinine. Quinine is a natural compound found in the bark of certain Cinchona tree species and is used to treat malaria.
b) Digitalis lanata: Digitalis lanata is the foxglove plant, which produces compounds known as cardiac glycosides, such as digoxin. It is not associated with the production of quinine.
c) Cinchona ledgeriana: This is the correct option. Cinchona ledgeriana is a species of the Cinchona tree that is known for producing quinine. Quinine is an antimalarial drug derived from the bark of Cinchona trees, including Cinchona ledgeriana.
d) Luceferin: "Luceferin" appears to be a misspelling or misunderstanding. "Luciferin" is a compound found in bioluminescent organisms like fireflies. It is not related to the production of quinine.
Tagged under Biology · Biotechnology · 2008