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

Cocaine is a stimulant, which may cause addiction. It is an alkaloid obtained from
  1. Eucalyptus
  2. Erythroxylon
  3. Rauwolfia
  4. Papaver.

Solution

Cocaine is a natural alkaloid obtained from leaves of Erthyroxylon coca. Its chemical formula is $\mathrm{C}_{17} \mathrm{H}_{21} \mathrm{NO}_4$. It is a powerful CNS stimulant. It causes lack of sleep and loss of appetite.

Asked in: NEET 2005

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