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AIIMS 2001 Zoology Alkaloids MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12

Cocaine is a stimulant, which may cause addiction. It is an alkaloid obtained from:

A

Eucalyptus

B

Erythroxylon

C

Rauwolfia

D

Papaver

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Cocaine is derived from the leaves of the Erythroxylon coca plant. It acts as a stimulant and has addictive properties.

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