Which category of plant second metabolites includes stimulants like caffeine, nicotine, and cocaine?

A. alkaloids
B. phenolics
C. tannins
D. terpenes
E. cyanogenic glycosides


Answer: A

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a. Using more than one condom is essential in performing anal intercourse. b. Analingus is oral stimulation of the anus. c. For anal intercourse the inserting partner needs to keep the penis or object tilted in the direction of the colon d. It is essential that sex toys inserted into the anus for anal stimulation have a larger base than tip to avoid it become trapped inside of the anal sphincter. e. Answers a and b are NOT TRUE

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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