Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

By what name is the white crystalline powder diamorphine hydrochloride more commonly known?

  1. Codiene

  2. Morphine

  3. Heroine

  4. Kanja Leaves

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Diamorphine hydrochloride is the chemical name for heroin, a highly addictive opioid drug. It is a white crystalline powder derived from morphine through acetylation. Heroin is an illegal drug with no legitimate medical use in most countries.