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more citations needed<br/>'''Secondary metabolism''' produces a large number of specialized compounds (estimated 200,000) that do not aid in the growth and development of plants but are required for the plant to survive in its environment. [[Secondary metabolism]] is connected to primary metabolism by using building blocks and biosynthetic enzymes derived from primary metabolism. Primary metabolism governs all basic physiological processes that allow a plant to grow and set seeds, by translating the genetic code into proteins, carbohydrates, and amino acids. Specialized compounds from secondary metabolism are essential for communicating with other organisms in mutualistic (e.g. attraction of beneficial organisms such as pollinators) or antagonistic interactions (e.g. deterrent against herbivores and pathogens). They further assist in coping with abiotic stress such as increased UV-radiation. The broad functional spectrum of specialized metabolism is still not fully understood. In any case, a good balance between products of primary and secondary metabolism is best for a plant’s optimal growth and development as well as for its effective coping with often changing environmental conditions. Well known specialized compounds include alkaloids, polyphenols including flavonoids, and terpenoids. Humans use quite a lot of these compounds, or the plants from which they originate, for culinary, medicinal and nutraceutical purposes.<br/><br/>==History==<br/><br/>Research into secondary plant metabolism primarily took off in the later half of the 19th century, however, there was still much confusion over what the exact function and usefulness of these compounds were. All that was known was that secondary plant [[metabolites]] were "by-products" of the primary metabolism and were not crucial to the plant's survival. Early research only succeeded as far as categorizing the secondary plant metabolites but did not give real insight into the actual function of the secondary plant metabolites. The study of plant metabolites is thought to have started in the early 1800s when Friedrich Willhelm Serturner isolated morphine from opium poppy, and after that new discoveries were made rapidly. In the early half of the 1900s, the main research around secondary plant metabolism was dedicated to the formation of [[secondary metabolites]] in plants, and this research was compounded by the use of tracer techniques which made deducing [[metabolic pathways]] much easier. However, there was still not much research being conducted into the functions of secondary plant metabolites until around the 1980s. Before then, secondary plant metabolites were thought of as simply waste products. In the 1970s, however, new research showed that secondary plant metabolites play an indispensable role in the survival of the plant in its environment. One of the most ground breaking ideas of this time argued that plant secondary metabolites evolved in relation to environmental conditions, and this indicated the high gene plasticity of secondary metabolites, but this theory was ignored for about half a century before gaining acceptance. Recently, the research around secondary plant metabolites is focused around the gene level and the genetic diversity of plant metabolites. Biologists are now trying to trace back genes to their origin and re-construct evolutionary pathways.<ref>Hartmann, Thomas. "From waste products to ecochemicals: fifty years research of plant secondary metabolism." Phytochemistry 68.22–24 (2007): 2831–2846. Web. 31 Mar 2011.</ref><br/><br/>==Primary vs. Secondary Plant Metabolism==<br/><br/>Primary metabolism in a plant comprises all metabolic pathways that are essential to the plant's survival. Primary metabolites are compounds that are directly involved in the growth and development of a plant whereas secondary metabolites are compounds produced in other metabolic pathways that, although important, are not essential to the functioning of the plant. However, secondary plant metabolites are useful in the long term, often for defense purposes, and give plants characteristics such as color. Secondary plant metabolites are also used in signalling and regulation of primary metabolic pathways. Plant hormones, which are secondary metabolites, are often used to regulate the metabolic activity within cells and oversee the overall development of the plant. As mentioned above in the History tab, secondary plant metabolites help the plant maintain an intricate balance with the environment, often adapting to match the environmental needs. Plant metabolites that color the plant are a good example of this, as the coloring of a plant can attract pollinators and also defend against attack by animals.<br/><br/>==Types of Secondary Metabolites in plants==<br/><br/>There is no fixed, commonly agreed upon system for classifying secondary metabolites. Based on their biosynthetic origins, plant secondary metabolites can be divided into three major groups:<ref>cite book</ref><br/># Flavonoids and allied phenolic and polyphenolic compounds,<br/># Terpenoids and <br/># Nitrogen-containing alkaloids and sulphur-containing compounds.<br/><br/>Other researchers have classified [[secondary metabolites]] into following, more specific types<ref>date=26 Mar 2010</ref><br/> Nitrogen-containing<br/><br/><br/>Some of the secondary metabolites are discussed below:<br/><br/>=== Atropine ===<br/>[[Atropine]] is a type of secondary metabolite called a tropane alkaloid. [[Alkaloid]]s contain nitrogens, frequently in a ring structure, and are derived from [[amino acids]]. Tropane is an organic compound containing nitrogen and it is from tropane that atropine is derived. Atropine is synthesized by a reaction between [[tropine]] and tropate, catalyzed by atropinase.<ref>http://www.genome.jp/dbget-bin/www_bget?3.1.1.10+R03563</ref> Both of the substrates involved in this reaction are derived from amino acids, tropine from pyridine (through several steps) and tropate directly from [[phenylalanine]]. Within [[Atropa belladonna]] atropine synthesis has been found to take place primarily in the root of the plant.<ref>Fred R. West, Jr. and Edward S. Mika. "Synthesis of Atropine by Isolated Roots and Root-Callus Cultures of Belladonna." Botanical Gazette: Vol. 119, No. 1 (Sep., 1957), pp. 50–54 https://www.jstor.org/stable/2473263</ref> The concentration of synthetic sites within the plant is indicative of the nature of secondary metabolites. Typically, secondary metabolites are not necessary for normal functioning of cells within the organism meaning the synthetic sites are not required throughout the organism. As atropine is not a [[primary metabolite]], it does not interact specifically with any part of the organism, allowing it to travel throughout the plant.<br/><br/>=== Flavonoids ===<br/>[[Flavonoids]] are one class of secondary plant metabolites that are also known as Vitamin P or [[citrin]]. These metabolites are mostly used in plants to produce yellow and other pigments which play a big role in coloring the plants. In addition, Flavonoids are readily ingested by humans and they seem to display important anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and anti-cancer activities. Flavonoids are also found to be powerful anti-oxidants and researchers are looking into their ability to prevent cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Flavonoids help prevent cancer by inducing certain mechanisms that may help to kill cancer cells, and researches believe that when the body processes extra flavonoid compounds, it triggers specific enzymes that fight carcinogens. Good dietary sources of Flavonoids are all citrus fruits, which contain the specific flavanoids hesperidins, [[quercitrin]],and [[rutin]], berries, tea, dark chocolate and red wine and many of the health benefits attributed to these foods come from the Flavonoids they contain. Flavonoids are synthesized by the [[phenylpropanoid]] metabolic pathway where the amino acid [[phenylalanine]] is used to produce 4-coumaryol-CoA, and this is then combined with malonyl-CoA to produce [[Chalconoid|chalcones]] which are backbones of Flavonoids<ref>Crozier, Alan, and Hiroshi Ashihara. Plant Secondary Metabolites: Occurrence, Structure and Role in the Human Diet. Ames, IA: Blackwell Publishing Professional, 2006. Print.</ref> [[Chalconoid|Chalcones]] are aromatic ketones with two phenyl rings that are important in many biological compounds. The closure of chalcones causes the formation of the flavonoid structure. Flavonoids are also closely related to flavones which are actually a sub class of flavonoids, and are the yellow pigments in plants. In addition to flavones, 11 other subclasses of Flavonoids including, isoflavones, flavans, flavanones, flavanols, flavanolols, anthocyanidins, catechins (including proanthocyanidins), leukoanthocyanidins, dihydrochalcones, and aurones.<br/><br/>=== Cyanogenic glycoside ===<br/>Many plants have adapted to iodine-deficient terrestrial environment by removing iodine from their metabolism, in fact iodine is essential only for animal cells.<ref>last3=Venturi </ref><br/>An important antiparasitic action is caused by the block of the transport of iodide of animal cells inhibiting [[sodium-iodide symporter]] (NIS). Many plant pesticides are cyanogenic glycoside which liberate [[cyanide]], which, blocking [[cytochrome c oxidase]] and NIS, is poisonous only for a large part of parasites and herbivores and not for the plant cells in which it seems useful in [[seed dormancy]] phase.<ref>volume=5 </ref> To get a better understanding of how secondary metabolites play a big role in plant defense mechanisms we can focus on the recognizable defense-related secondary metabolites, cyanogenic glycosides. The compounds of these secondary metabolites (As seen in Figure 1) are found in over 2000 plant species. Its structure allows the release of [[cyanide]], a poison produced by certain bacteria, fungi, and algae that is found in numerous plants. Animals and humans possess the ability to detoxify cyanide from their systems naturally. Therefore, cyanogenic glycosides can be used for positive benefits in animal systems always. For example, the larvae of the southern armyworm consumes plants that contain this certain metabolite and have shown a better growth rate with this metabolite in their diet, as opposed to other secondary metabolite-containing plants. Although this example shows cyanogenic glycosides being beneficial to the larvae many still argue that this metabolite can do harm. To help in determining whether cyanogenic glycosides are harmful or helpful researchers look closer at its biosynthetic pathway (Figure 2). Past research suggests that cyanogenic glucosides stored in the seed of the plant are metabolized during germination to release nitrogen for seedling to grow. With this, it can be inferred that cyanogenic glycosides play various roles in plant metabolism. Though subject to change with future research, there is no evidence showing that cyanogenic glycosides are responsible for infections in plants.<br/><br/>=== Phytic acid ===<br/>[[Phytic acid]] is the main method of phosphorus storage in plant seeds, but is not readily absorbed by many animals (only absorbed by [[ruminant]] animals). Not only is phytic acid a phosphorus storage unit, but it also is a source of energy and [[cations]], a natural [[antioxidant]] for plants, and can be a source of [[myoinositol]] which is one of the preliminary pieces for cell walls.<br/><br/>Phytic acid is also known to bond with many different minerals, and by doing so prevents those minerals from being absorbed; making phytic acid an anti-nutrient.<ref>http://naturalbias.com/a-hidden-danger-with-nuts-grains-and-seeds/</ref> There is a lot of concern with phytic acids in nuts and seeds because of its anti-nutrient characteristics. In preparing foods with high phytic acid concentrations, it is recommended they be soaked in after being ground to increase the surface area.<ref>http://www.phyticacid.org/nuts/phytic-acid-in-nuts/</ref> Soaking allows the seed to undergo [[germination]] which increases the availability of vitamins and nutrient, while reducing phytic acid and [[protease inhibitors]], ultimately increasing the nutritional value. Cooking can also reduce the amount of phytic acid in food but soaking is much more effective.<br/><br/>Phytic acid is an [[antioxidant]] found in plant cells that most likely serves the purpose of preservation. This preservation is removed when soaked, reducing the phytic acid and allowing the germination and growth of the seed. When added to foods it can help prevent discoloration by inhibiting lipid peroxidation.<ref> volume=8 </ref><br/>There is also some belief that the chelating of phytic acid may have potential use in the treatment of cancer.<ref> title=The role of phytic acid in legumes: antinutrient or beneficial function? </ref><br/><br/>=== Gossypol ===<br/>[[Gossypol]] has a yellow pigment and is found in cotton plants. It occurs mainly in the root and/or seeds of different species of cotton plants.<ref>first=Jack</ref> Gossypol can have various chemical structures. It can exist in three forms: gossypol, gossypol acetic acid, and gossypol formic acid. All of these forms have very similar biological properties. Gossypol is a type of aldehyde, meaning that it has a formyl group. The formation of gossypol occurs through an isoprenoid pathway. Isoprenoid pathways are common among secondary metabolites.<ref>author4=F. H. Smith</ref> Gossypol's main function in the cotton plant is to act as an enzyme inhibitor. An example of gossypol's enzyme inhibition is its ability to inhibit nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide-linked enzymes of Trypanosoma cruzi. Trypanosoma cruzi is a parasite which causes Chaga's disease.<ref>author4=LE Rovai </ref><br/><br/>For some time it was believed that gossypol was merely a waste product produced during the processing of cottonseed products. Extensive studies have shown that gossypol has other functions. Many of the more popular studies on gossypol discuss how it can act as a male [[contraceptive]]. Gossypol has also been linked to causing hypokalemic paralysis. [[Hypokalemic]] paralysis is a disease characterized by muscle weakness or paralysis with a matching fall in potassium levels in the blood. Hypokalemic paralysis associated with gossypol in-take usually occurs in March, when vegetables are in short supply, and in September, when people are sweating a lot. This side effect of gossypol in-take is very rare however. Gossypol induced hypokalemic paralysis is easily treatable with potassium repletion.<br/><ref>year=1984</ref><br/><br/>=== Phytoestrogens ===<br/>	Plants synthesize certain compounds called secondary metabolites which are not naturally produced by humans but can play vital roles in protection or destruction of human health. One such group of metabolites is [[phytoestrogens]], found in nuts, oilseeds, soy, and other foods.<ref>issue=2 </ref> Phytoestrogens are chemicals which act like the hormone estrogen. [[Estrogen]] is important for women's bone and heart health, but high amounts of it has been linked to breast cancer.<ref>Warren, Barbour S., and Carol Devine. "Phytoestrogens and Breast Cancer." Cornell University. Cornell University, 31/03/2010. Web. 1 Apr 2011. <http://envirocancer.cornell.edu/factsheet/diet/fs1.phyto.cfm>.</ref> In the plant, the phytoestrogens are involved in the defense system against fungi.<ref> last = Richard C. Leegood </ref> Phytoestrogens can do two different things in a human body. At low doses it mimics estrogen, but at high doses it actually blocks the body's natural estrogen.<ref>Warren, Barbour S., and Carol Devine. "Phytoestrogens and Breast Cancer." Cornell University. Cornell University, 31/03/2010. Web. 1 Apr 2011. <http://envirocancer.cornell.edu/factsheet/diet/fs1.phyto.cfm>.</ref> The estrogen receptors in the body which are stimulated by estrogen will acknowledge the phytoestrogen, thus the body may reduce its own production of the hormone. This has a negative result, because there are various abilities of the phytoestrogen which estrogen does not do. Its effects the communication pathways between cells and has effects on other parts of the body where estrogen normally does not play a role.<ref>Warren, Barbour S., and Carol Devine. "Phytoestrogens and Breast Cancer." Cornell University. Cornell University, 31/03/2010. Web. 1 Apr 2011. <http://envirocancer.cornell.edu/factsheet/diet/fs1.phyto.cfm>.</ref> It has also been found to induce tumor growth of the estrogen receptor cells in the breast. <br/>But, one role of estrogens which phytoestrogens mimic is its protective behavior for the heart. So, an intake of phytoestrogens has also been seen to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. [[Resveratrol]], a phytoestrogen found in grapes is responsible for this. For example, the French suffer relatively little heart disease despite the average French diet being relatively high in fat. One proposed reason for this is the resveratrol found in red wine, which has been linked to decreased risk of cardiovascular disease.<ref>Kopp, Peter. "Resveratrol, a phytoestrogen found in red wine. A possible." European Journal of Endocrinology 138.619–620 (1998): 619–620. Web. 1 Apr 2011. <http://www.eje.org/cgi/reprint/138/6/619.pdf>.</ref><br/><br/>=== Carotenoids ===<br/>[[Carotenoids]] are organic pigments found in the [[chloroplasts]] and [[chromoplasts]] of plants. They are also found in some organisms such as algae, fungi, some bacteria, and certain species of aphids. There are over 600 known carotenoids. They are split into two classes, [[xanthophylls]] and [[carotene]]s. Xanthophylls are carotenoids with molecules containing oxygen, such as [[lutein]] and [[zeaxanthin]]. Carotenes are carotenoids with molecules that are unoxygenated, such as [[alpha-carotene|α-carotene]], [[Beta-Carotene|β-carotene]] and [[lycopene]].<ref>[[Carotenoid]]</ref> In plants, carotenoids can occur in roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits. Carotenoids have two important functions in plants. First, they can contribute to photosynthesis. They do this by transferring some of the light energy they absorb to [[chlorophylls]], which then uses this energy for photosynthesis. Second, they can protect plants which are over-exposed to sunlight. They do this by harmlessly dissipating excess light energy which they absorb as heat. In the absence of carotenoids, this excess light energy could destroy proteins, membranes, and other molecules. Some plant physiologists believe that carotenoids may have an additional function as regulators of certain developmental responses in plants.<ref>http://science.jrank.org/pages/5303/Plant-Pigment-Carotenoids.html</ref> [[Tetraterpene]]s are synthesized from DOXP precursors in plants and some bacteria. Carotenoids involved in photosynthesis are formed in chloroplasts; Others are formed in plastids. Carotenoids formed in fungi are presumably formed from mevalonic acid precursors. Carotenoids are formed by a head-to-head condensation of geranylgeranyl pyrophosphate or diphosphate (GGPP) and there is no NADPH requirement.<ref>http://www.life.illinois.edu/ib/425/lecture26.html</ref><br/><br/>==References==<br/>reflist<br/><br/>[[Category:Plant physiology]]<br/>

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