phytochemical
chemistry
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Phytochemicals are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plants. The study of these compounds, along with plant processes and products, is known as phytochemistry. While many phytochemicals are beneficial, some plants produce poisons, also called phytotoxins. These plant poisons can be harmful if ingested or contacted. Phytochemicals are distinct from plant poisons, though both are derived from plants.123
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