Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is the name of the white crystalline alkaloid derived from opium?

  1. THEBAINE

  2. CODIENE

  3. OPIATES

  4. MORPHINE
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Explanation

Morphine is the white crystalline alkaloid derived from opium. It's the principal active ingredient in opium and is a potent pain reliever. Thebaine and codeine are also opium alkaloids, but 'opiates' is the general category, not a specific alkaloid.

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