Question

Caffeine belongs to .......... class.

• A. Methylxanthine
• B. Ethylxanthine
• C. Trimethylhydroxanthine
• D. Tetrahydromethylxanthine

Hint:

Caffeine is a methylxanthine, a class of compounds known for their stimulating effects on the central nervous system. Other examples include theobromine and theophylline.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Caffeine is a stimulant that belongs to the methylxanthine class of compounds. Methylxanthines are a group of naturally occurring alkaloids that include caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline, which are commonly found in coffee, tea, and cocoa.
- Ethylxanthine is not a class caffeine belongs to; it refers to a compound that has an ethyl group, which is not relevant to caffeine.
- Trimethylhydroxanthine and Tetrahydromethylxanthine are also incorrect, as these are not the classifications of caffeine. These names refer to derivatives or other related compounds, but caffeine specifically belongs to the methylxanthine class.
Thus, the correct answer is option (1): Methylxanthine, as caffeine is part of this group of alkaloids.