(B) Cocaine is an alkaloid obtained from the plant $Erythroxylum coca$, which is native to South America.It interferes with the transport of the neuro

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(B) Cocaine is an alkaloid obtained from the plant $Erythroxylum coca$, which is native to South America.It interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine.$Cannabis indica$ and $Cannabis sativa$ are sources of cannabinoids, while $Coffea arabica$ is the source of coffee.

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From which plant is cocaine obtained?

A
Cannabis indica
B
Erythroxylum coca
C
Cannabis sativa
D
Coffea arabica

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Match List-$I$ with List-$II$:
List-$I$ (Drug) List-$II$ (Effect)
$A$. Nicotine $I$. Causes sense of euphoria and increased energy
$B$. Morphine $II$. Stimulates adrenal gland to release catecholamines into blood circulation
$C$. Heroin $III$. Effective sedative and painkiller
$D$. Cocaine $IV$. $A$ depressant; slows down body function

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

List-$I$ (Drug)	List-$II$ (Effect)
$A$. Nicotine	$I$. Causes sense of euphoria and increased energy
$B$. Morphine	$II$. Stimulates adrenal gland to release catecholamines into blood circulation
$C$. Heroin	$III$. Effective sedative and painkiller
$D$. Cocaine	$IV$. $A$ depressant; slows down body function

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