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    Question

    The primary alkaloid responsible for the astringent

    taste in tea is:
    A Caffeine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Tannin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Theobromine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Polyphenols Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Epicatechin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: The astringent taste in tea is primarily due to the presence of tannins, which are polyphenolic compounds.

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