Asked by Raymie Owens on Apr 25, 2024

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__________ is a derivative of morphine that is highly addictive.

A) Ecstasy
B) Codeine
C) Mescaline
D) Heroin

Morphine

A powerful opiate analgesic drug derived from the opium poppy used to relieve severe pain.

Heroin

An opioid drug derived from morphine, known for its highly addictive properties and use as a recreational drug.

Codeine

An opioid pain medication used to treat mild to moderate pain, often prescribed in cough syrups or as part of combination medications.

  • Expose the distinctions between stimulants, depressants, narcotics, and hallucinogens.
  • Understand the basis and effects of drug addiction and dependency.
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Kaitlyn FarberApr 26, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Heroin is a derivative of morphine and is known for its highly addictive properties. Ecstasy, codeine, and mescaline are not derivatives of morphine.