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12 Biology Human Health and Disease - Set No : 25 Question No :5

Question No : 5
               Consider the following statementsI. Cocaine interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamineII. It is usually taken by sniffing and snortingIII. It has a potential stimulating action on the central nervous systemWhich of the statements given above are correct?     

                a)          I and II          b)          I and III     

                c)          II and III          d)          I, II and III     

Answer No : 5
     (d)Cocaine is obtained from coca plant Erythroxylum coca. It interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Cocaine, commonly called coke or crack is usually snorted, it has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy. Excessive dosage of cocaine causes hallucinations     

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