Assertion : Cocaine has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of

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Assertion : Cocaine has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy.

Reason : Injecting the microbes intentionally during immunisation or infectious organisms gaining access into body during natural infection induces active immunity.

If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.

If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.

If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.

If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

(AIIMS-2016)

Solution

Cocaine is obtained from the cocaplant, erthyroxylum coca. Cocaine is commonly called as coke or crack which is usually snored. It has a potent stimulating action of euphoria and increased energy. It interferes with the transport of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Its increased dosages cause hallucinations.

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Assertion : Cocaine has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy. Reason : Injecting the microbes intentionally during immunisation or infectious organisms gaining access into body during natural infection induces active immunity.

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Similar Questions

Identify the molecules $(A)$ and $(B)$ shown below and select the right option giving their source and use.

List the harmful effects caused by alcohol/drug abuse.

How do drugs affect the lifestyle of sportspersons?

Heroin is obtained from plant of family

From which plant cannabiniods are obtained ? Name any two cannabinoids. Which part of the body is effected by consuming these substances ?

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Assertion : Cocaine has a potent stimulating action on central nervous system, producing a sense of euphoria and increased energy.

Reason : Injecting the microbes intentionally during immunisation or infectious organisms gaining access into body during natural infection induces active immunity.