Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What structural modification is made to morphine to create codeine?
💡 Hint: Think about how adding small groups might change the properties.
Question 2
Easy
Which drug acts more quickly and is more addictive, morphine or heroin?
💡 Hint: Consider the lipophilicity of each drug.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What structural change is made to morphine to create codeine?
- A) Methoxylation
- B) Methylation
- C) Esterification
💡 Hint: Focus on how small changes can affect potency.
Question 2
Which drug crosses the blood-brain barrier more rapidly?
- A) Morphine
- B) Codeine
- C) Heroin
💡 Hint: Think about the concept of lipophilicity in drug design.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Compare and contrast the mechanisms of action of morphine, codeine, and heroin, focusing on their structural differences.
💡 Hint: Focus on how each drug’s structure affects its potency and speed of action.
Question 2
Propose a structural modification to heroin aimed at reducing its addictive potential without eliminating its analgesic properties.
💡 Hint: Consider how structural changes influence the drug's interaction with the central nervous system.
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