Heroin acts as a: (Select the most appropriate classification)
Heroin is a depressant and slows down body functions.
Question 92 of 446
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Natural cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescences of the plant:
Natural cannabinoids are obtained from the inflorescences of the plant Cannabis sativa.
Question 93 of 446
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Cannabinoids principally interact with receptors present in the:
Cannabinoids interact with cannabinoid receptors present principally in the brain.
Question 94 of 446
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Marijuana, hashish, charas, and ganja are produced using various combinations of the flower tops, leaves, and resin of which plant?
The flower tops, leaves and the resin of cannabis plant are used to produce marijuana, hashish, charas and ganja.
Question 95 of 446
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Coca alkaloid (cocaine), commonly called coke or crack, is obtained from *Erythroxylum coca*, native to:
Coca alkaloid or cocaine is obtained from coca plant Erythroxylum coca, native to South America.
Question 96 of 446
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Cocaine exerts its potent stimulating action by interfering with the transport of which neurotransmitter?
It interferes with the transport of the neuro-transmitter dopamine.
Question 97 of 446
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Cocaine produces a sense of euphoria and increased energy, but excessive dosage may cause:
It has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy. Excessive dosage of cocaine causes hallucinations.
Question 98 of 446
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Besides *Erythroxylum coca* and *Cannabis sativa*, which other plant is mentioned as having hallucinogenic properties?
Other well-known plants with hallucinogenic properties are Atropa belladona and Datura.
Question 99 of 446
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Morphine is very useful in patients who have undergone surgery because it acts as a very effective:
Morphine is a very effective sedative and pain-killer, and is very useful in patients who have undergone surgery.
Question 100 of 446
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The alkaloid present in tobacco that stimulates the adrenal gland is:
Tobacco contains a large number of chemical substances including nicotine, an alkaloid.
