Question

The active principle causing “sorghum poisoning” is 

A Aspirin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Caffein Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Dhurrin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Capsicin Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Dhurrin is a cyanogenic glycoside found in some sorghum species that can release harmful amounts of hydrogen cyanide when the plant is damaged, leading to potential toxicity.

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