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Alkaloids are
(a) Sour acidic substance
(b) Bitter basic substances
(c) Sweet neutral substances
(d) Tasteless ingredients

A

Sour acidic substance

B

Bitter basic substances

C

Sweet neutral substances

D

Tasteless ingredients

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To answer the question "Alkaloids are:", we will analyze each option provided and determine which one accurately describes alkaloids. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Alkaloids**: Alkaloids are a class of naturally occurring organic compounds that mostly contain basic nitrogen atoms. They are derived from plant sources and can have significant physiological effects on humans and animals. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option (a)**: Sour acidic substances. - Alkaloids are not primarily sour or acidic. They do have weak acidic properties but are not classified as sour acidic substances. - **Option (b)**: Bitter basic substances. - This option aligns with the characteristics of alkaloids. They are known to have a bitter taste and are classified as basic due to the presence of nitrogen. - **Option (c)**: Sweet neutral substances. - Alkaloids are not sweet or neutral. They typically have a bitter taste, which contradicts this option. - **Option (d)**: Tasteless ingredients. - Alkaloids are not tasteless; in fact, many are known for their distinct bitter taste. 3. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **(b) Bitter basic substances**. Alkaloids are indeed bitter and basic in nature. ### Final Answer: **(b) Bitter basic substances**
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