Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 213

Question: Ergot of fungus produces [MHCET 2004]

Options:

A) Charas

B) LSD

C) Marijuana

D) Ganja

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

LSD (Lysergic acid diethylamide) is the most powerful hellucinogen.

It is a crystaline amidated alkaloid obtained from ergot.

i.e., an extract got from a fungus Claviceps purpurea that is parasite on rye.