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Physical dependence is not a feature of .................. use

  1. Opiates

  2. Cannabis

  3. Cocaine

  4. Amphetamine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Physical dependence refers to a state resulting from chronic use of a drug that has produced tolerance and where negative physical symptoms of withdrawal result from abrupt discontinuation or dosage reduction. Amphetamine is a potent CNS stimulant of the phenethylamine class that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Of the given options, opiates, cannabis and cocaine are all drugs and shows physical dependence. 
So, the correct answer is option D.

Which one of the following is a stimulant?

  1. LSD

  2. Cocaine

  3. Opium

  4. Heroin

  5. Cannabis


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

LSD is hallucinogenic. Opium is highly addictive narcotic drug. Heroin is derived from the morphine alkaloid found in opium and is depressant drug. Cannabis is considered depressant. 
Cocaine  belongs to the family of stimulants, which stimulate the nervous system.
Thus, the correct answer is option (A), 'Cocaine'.

Caffeine, Amphetamines and Cocaine are

  1. Nerve depressants

  2. Nerve initiators

  3. Nerve stimulants

  4. Nerve impulse initiators


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

There are three major types of CNS stimulants which are currently abused in sports as: amphetamine, cocaine and caffeine. Each drug has its own characteristic mechanism of action on CNS neurones and their associated receptors and nerve terminals.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

LSD is obtained from

  1. Erythroxylon coca

  2. Papaver somiferum

  3. Cannabis sativas

  4. Claviceps Purpurea

  5. Neurospora crassa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Claviceps Purpurea  is an ergot fungus that grows on the ears of rye and related cereal and forage plants. Ergot contains ergotamine, which is used to synthesize lysergic acid, an analog of and precursor for synthesis of LSD.
Thus, the correct answer is option (D), 'Claviceps Purpurea.

Which one of the following is a matching pair of a drug and its category?

  1. Amphetamines - Stimulant

  2. Lysergic acid dimethyl amide - Narcotic

  3. Heroin - Psychotrophic

  4. Benzodiazepam - Pain killer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amphetamines, sometimes called "speed" or "uppers," are central nervous system stimulant drugs, that increase alertness, self-confidence and concentration and decrease appetite, while creating a feeling of increased energy. The chemical structure is similar to the naturally occurring adrenaline and noradrenaline, that is produced by the body. 

Caffeine, amphetamine and cocaine are

  1. Sedatives

  2. Tranquillizers

  3. Hallucinogens

  4. Stimulants


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Stimulants are psychoactive drugs that induce temporary improvements in either mental or physical functions or both. Some of these kinds of effects include enhanced alertness, wakefulness and locomotion. Some notable stimulants include caffeine, amphetamine and cocaine.
Thus. the correct answer is option D.

Betnelan, Decadron and Prednisolone drugs are

  1. Antinflammatory and analgesics

  2. Narcotics

  3. Opiates

  4. Steroids


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

BetneIan is a synthetic glucocorticoid, the most active of the anti-inflammatory steroids.
Decadron is used in the treatment of cancer and is classified as a glucocorticosteroid.
Prednisolone is a synthetic glucocorticoid, a derivative of cortisol, which is used to treat a variety of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.
Thus, the correct answer is option D

Which one of the following is a matching pair of its category?

  1. Amphetamines- Stimulant

  2. Lysergic and Dimethyl amide- Narcotic

  3. Heroin- Psychotropic

  4. Benzodiazepine- Pain killer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LSD is hallucinogen.
Heroin is an opium.
Benzodiazepine is a sedative.
Amphetamines is a stimulant and is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit disorder.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Cocaine is derived from

  1. Erythroxylon coca

  2. Coffea arabica

  3. Thea sinensis

  4. Cannabis sativa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cocaine is a strong stimulant mostly used as a recreational drug.
Erythroxylon coca is the plant that contains vital nutrients as well as numerous alkaloids, including cocaine.

Erythroxylum coca is one of two species of cultivated coca.The coca plant resembles a blackthorn bush, and grows to a height of 2–3 m (7–10 ft). The branches are straight, and the leaves, which have a green tint, are thin, opaque, oval and taper at the extremities. A marked characteristic of the leaf is an areolated portion bounded by two longitudinal curved lines, one line on each side of the midrib, and more conspicuous on the under face of the leaf.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

Assertion- Good athletes take amphetamine.
Reason- Amphetamine brings increased activity and alertness.

  1. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.

  2. Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.

  3. Assertion is true but Reason is false.

  4. Both Assertion and Reason are false.

  5. Assertion is false but Reason is true.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Amphetamine is a stimulant and an appetite suppressant. It stimulates the central nervous system by increasing the amount of  certain chemicals in the body. It brings increased activity and alertness.
But, it is illegal for athletes to take it.
Therefore, the correct answer is option E..