Asked by Angely Taveras on Jul 24, 2024

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What are narcotics

A)  drugs derived from the hemp plant 
B)  drugs that tend to increase central nervous system activation and behavioural activity 
C)  drugs that cause distortions in sensory and perceptual experience 
D)  drugs derived from opium that are capable of relieving pain

Hemp Plant

Is a variety of the Cannabis Sativa plant species grown specifically for industrial use, such as in textiles, biodegradable plastics, and health products.

Opiates

A category of drugs derived from the opium poppy, used medicinally for pain relief but also capable of causing dependency.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which is responsible for processing and transmitting information in the body.

  • Diagnose and classify various sorts of psychoactive drugs.
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Bella VelazquezJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Narcotics are drugs derived from opium that can relieve pain. They are also known as opioids and can be highly addictive. Some examples of narcotics are morphine, codeine, and heroin.