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A drug is chemically synthesised by the acetylation of morphine, which is extracted from the latex of the poppy plant. What is the primary physiological effect of this specific drug on the human body?

Options

  1. AIt stimulates the central nervous system and produces a sense of euphoria.
  2. BIt acts as a very effective sedative and painkiller that is useful in surgery.
  3. CIt primarily alters the cardiovascular functioning of the body.
  4. DIt acts as a depressant and slows down body functions.

Correct answer

D. It acts as a depressant and slows down body functions.

Step-by-step solution

The drug synthesised by the acetylation of morphine is diacetylmorphine, commonly known as heroin or smack. According to NCERT, heroin is a depressant and slows down body functions. Morphine itself is an effective sedative and painkiller useful in surgery, but its acetylated derivative (heroin) is abused as a depressant. Cocaine is the drug that stimulates the central nervous system and produces euphoria, while cannabinoids are known for their effects on cardiovascular functioning. Answer: It acts as a depressant a

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