Which statement best describes the relationship between ethnobotany and drug discovery?
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Correct answer: Traditional medicinal knowledge can guide the search for bioactive plant compounds
Traditional medicinal uses can help researchers select plants for phytochemical and pharmacological study. However, traditional use does not automatically prove safety or effectiveness without scientific testing.
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