Asked by
Jacob Paulishak
on Oct 18, 2024
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Which of the following statements is true of caffeine?
A) It is the most widely used type of depressant drug.
B) It decreases central-nervous-system activity.
C) It is derived from natural components of plants.
D) It is a main psychoactive ingredient of smokeless tobacco.
Caffeine
A stimulant drug found in coffee, tea, cola, and chocolate that affects the central nervous system.
Depressant Drug
A substance that reduces the functioning of the nervous system, often used to induce calming or sleep-inducing effects.
Central-Nervous-System Activity
The integrated activities within the brain and spinal cord that regulate bodily functions and respond to internal and external stimuli.
- Gain an understanding of how psychoactive drugs are classified and their effects on neural functions.
- Comprehend the functions of caffeine and nicotine as stimulatory substances and their consequent impacts.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of how psychoactive drugs are classified and their effects on neural functions.
- Comprehend the functions of caffeine and nicotine as stimulatory substances and their consequent impacts.