Q9 / 150 · MHT CET 2025 (22 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry

Which from following medicinal properties is exhibited by curcumin?

  • A
    Analgesic
  • Correct answer
    B
    Antiseptic
  • C
    Antioxidant
  • D
    Antimicrobial

Solution

Curcumin, a bioactive compound derived from turmeric, exhibits several well-documented medicinal properties:

It demonstrates analgesic effects by reducing pain, antiseptic action through inhibiting microbial growth, antioxidant capacity for neutralizing free radicals, and broad antimicrobial activity against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

All listed properties—A, B, C, and D—are valid medicinal characteristics of curcumin.

$\boxed{A, B, C, D}$

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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