Bitterness in brinjal (eggplant) is due to: (IGKV CET Horti 2019)

✅Explanation:The bitterness in brinjal (eggplant) is primarily caused by the presence of compounds called glycoalkaloids. These are natural toxins found in various plants of the Solanaceae family, which includes eggplants, potatoes, and tomatoes.
-Specific types of glycoalkaloids present in brinjal include solanine and solamargine.
-High levels of glycoalkaloids can lead to a bitter taste and, in extreme cases, gastrointestinal discomfort if consumed in large quantities.

📌 Other Options:
-(a) Momordicidine: This is a bitter compound found in some plants like bitter melon.
-(c) Anthocyanin: Anthocyanins are pigments responsible for the vibrant colors of some fruits and vegetables.
-(d) Melongine: Melongine is another name for eggplant itself, not a specific compound related to bitterness.

🔴 Related terminology:
-Glycoalkaloid: A class of naturally occurring bitter compounds found in some plants.