Hallucinogens alter perception and thinking and are natural or synthetically made. They affect several areas of the brain, and the effects can last:

5 to 10 hours

6 to 12 hours

2 to 4 hours

1 to 2 hours

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. 5 to 10 hours: A close approximation but less accurate than the typical 6 to 12 hours reported for many hallucinogens like LSD.

B. 6 to 12 hours: The effects of common hallucinogens such as LSD and psilocybin can last 6 to 12 hours, depending on dosage and substance.

C. 2 to 4 hours: This duration aligns more with some stimulants or shorter-acting drugs, not most hallucinogens.

D. 1 to 2 hours: Too short for hallucinogenic effects; may be confused with fast-acting inhalants or some sedatives.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. drinking it cold: Temperature does not significantly influence alcohol absorption. The rate is not increased by consuming cold beverages.

B. an empty stomach: Without food, alcohol passes quickly into the small intestine where it is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, increasing its effects.

C. drinking it warm: Warm temperature may slightly increase vasodilation but does not significantly affect absorption rate compared to stomach contents.

D. drinking large amounts: Drinking more increases alcohol concentration but does not increase absorption rate per unit; rather, it may saturate metabolic pathways.

A. heroin B. laudanum C. morphine D. codeine

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. heroin:
Heroin is an illegal opioid with no accepted medical use in most countries. It acts on opioid receptors and replaces endorphins, leading to intense euphoria and high addiction potential.

B. laudanum:
A historic opioid tincture used in the 19th century for pain and diarrhea; rarely abused today.

C. morphine:
A potent opioid used medically for pain management. Abuse is possible but it's not the most commonly abused opioid.

D. codeine:
A milder opioid used medically in cough syrups and for pain. Less commonly abused than heroin.

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Hallucinogens alter perception and thinking and are natural or synthetically made. They affect several areas of the brain, and the effects can last:

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Correct Answer is A

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