Question

Which of these is not a correct match?
A. Resin- Pine stem
B. Gum- babul tree
C. Caffeine- cinchona
D. Morphine- poppy

Answer 1

Hint: Substances that are acquired from raw materials such as parts of plants or animal tissue with the assistance of solvents such as alcohol or water and known as extracts. These extracts consist of chemically active constituents that are applicable in the manufacture of medicinal and commercial products such as medicines, beverages, etc.

Complete step by step answer:The incorrect match in this question is option C. caffeine-cinchona since caffeine is a psychoactive drug most commonly found in cacao plants, coffee and tea. Caffeine is a bitter, purine crystalline which belongs to the methylxanthine class of alkaloids. Whereas, cinchona is a flowering plant whose bark consists of active constituents namely quinine, which is used in the treatment of malaria and quinidine which is used in the treatment of arrhythmias (heart palpitations).
Considering other options, the resin is secreted by pine trees from cuts in the trunk of the tree and is used for sealing damaged parts. For instance, the resin is used in skateboards to prevent breakage, chipping or cracking. They also have medicinal applications since it has anti-inflammatory properties. The hardened sap of the babul tree prepares the exudate called the gum arabic. This gum has been used in the manufacture of dyes, paints and medicines since the Pharaonic times. Morphine is a medicinal drug used to relieve pain and belongs to the opiate family, i.e. poppy seeds are the primary source of morphine extract.

Note:Caffeine-containing drinks are one of the most consumed beverages globally and can have both positive and negative effects on one’s health. It has been known to prevent bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a breathing disorder, in premature infants. And is also known to affect gastric acidity, cause jitteriness, insomnia, mild anxiety and decreased coordination. Quinine extracts on the other hand have been recommended in the treatment of malaria caused by the Plasmodium falciparum.