Human Health And Disease Question 213
Question: Intoxicant caffeine is found in
Options:
A) Tea
B) Coffee
C) Cocoa
D) All the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Caffeine $ (C_8H_{10}N_4O_2) $ , an oxidation product of the methyl derivative of purine is found in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans, guarana and mate.
It is a central nervous system stimulant.