Alkaloids

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000392",
  "term": "Alkaloids",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A group of chemical compounds found in nature that possess at least one nitrogen atom, usually as part of a heterocyclic ring, which confers basic properties. These substances are produced by many organisms, including plants, fungi, and animals, and display considerable structural diversity. Many well-known alkaloids, such as morphine, caffeine, and nicotine, are recognized for their pronounced pharmacological effects on humans.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "amino sugars",
    "nucleic acids",
    "nucleotides",
    "peptides",
    "proteins"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1313 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/alkaloids/"
}