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Tea is made from young leaves and buds of tea plant. Tea
leaves are rich in caffeine (an alkaloid). Besides
caffeine, tea leaves contain tannic acid and coloring
matter, such as polyphenolic compounds. The relative
amounts of these substances are different in different
varieties of tea leaves, i.e. why, their taste and flavour
are different.
PROCEDURE:
RESULT: The tea having better taste has more polyphenol content.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
Comprehensive Chemistry Practical Guide
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