One group of oil-soluble phenylpropanoid congeners (found in herbs such as Clove and Nutmeg) contains compounds which can be genotoxic, hepatotoxic, or nephrotoxic at high concentrations. The compounds are also known as alkenylbenzenes. Which of the following molecules does not belong to the group?
A. safrole
B. sabinene
C. eugenol
D. myristicin
Ans: B. sabinene
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a. digestion b. absorption c. excretion d. mastication e. adsorption
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a. densities. b. electrical conductivities. c. metabolic activities. d. protein contents.
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A. storage of water-soluble wastes. B. digestion of food. C. regulation of energy metabolism. D. protection of cell membranes from free radical damage.
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A) taste. B) availability. C) cost. D) habit.