VMMC VMMC Medical Solved Paper-2008

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    Which of the following is correct for LSD morphine and charas respectively?

    A) Claviceps, Papaver somniferum, Cannabis

    B) Claviceps, Cannabis, Papaver somniferum

    C) Claviceps, Cannabis, Rauwolffia

    D) Claviceps, Fusarium, Cannabis

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    LSD is obtained from the fruiting bodies of Claviceps purpurea (Ascomycetes). Opium is obtained from unripe capsules (fruit) of Papaver somniferum and morphine is the principal opium alkaloid. Whereas charas is obtained from Cannabis sp.


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