Essential oils like sandalwood or lemon grass oil are classified as:
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Correct answer: Secondary metabolites
Secondary metabolites are compounds produced by plants or fungi not directly involved in normal growth or reproduction. Essential oils like sandalwood and lemongrass are categorized as secondary metabolites, alongside pigments and toxins.
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