Question

The drug ‘Pectin’ belongs to the category of _______.

• A. polyuronide
• B. disaccharide
• C. alkaloid
• D. Monosaccharide

Hint:

Pectin, due to its gel-forming ability, is used widely in jellies and also in drug delivery systems; remember, it's a polyuronide, not a simple sugar.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Pectin is a naturally occurring polysaccharide substance found in the cell walls of plants. It is categorized under polyuronides, which are polymers made up of uronic acid units. These substances have gelling properties and are used in pharmaceuticals as well as food products.