+Secondary metabolites are organic compounds not directly involved in an organism's core [Metabolism](/wiki/metabolism). These diverse molecules often provide ecological advantages like defense or signaling, forming a rich array of [Natural Product](/wiki/natural_product)s.
+## See also
+- [Primary Metabolite](/wiki/primary_metabolite)
+- [Drug Discovery](/wiki/drug_discovery)
+- [Chemical Defense](/wiki/chemical_defense)
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