alkaloid

Noun

Any of many organic compounds that are usually basic and contain at least one nitrogen atom in a heterocyclic ring, occurring chiefly in many vascular plants and some fungi.

ریشه

From alkali +‎ -oid, coined in the 19th century.

مثال

• Caffeine is a well-known alkaloid found in coffee and tea.
• Many alkaloids have medicinal properties.
• The plant is known for its high alkaloid content.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Alkaloid content Alkaloid compound Alkaloid extraction