Caffeine
How fast is caffeine absorbed by the body?
It only takes 45 minutes for 99% of the caffeine to be absorbed
Nicotine is found in the nightshade family of plants. Name two plants in this family.
Nicotiana tabacum, and Duboisia hopwoodii.
There are many types of alcohol. What type of alcohol is found in alcoholic beverages?
Ethanol
What plant does cocaine come from?
Coca Plant
Cannabis is a psychoactive drug. What does that mean?
A chemical substance that acts primarily upon the central nervous system where it alters brain function, resulting in temporary changes in perception, mood, consciousness and behavior.
Why does a high usage of caffeine lead to peptic ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and gastroesophageal reflux disease?
Because caffeine increases the production of stomach acid.
In low doses, nicotine acts like what class of drug?
Low doses produce stimulation of ganglionic neurotransmission.
Most yeasts stop growing when the alcohol concentration reaches what percentage?
3% - 40%
What class of drug is cocaine?
Stimulant Drug
How many states provide some legal protection for patients who use marijuana with the consent or recommendation of a doctor?
What are the symptoms of caffeine intoxication?
Symptoms include restlessness, nervousness, excitement, insomnia, flushing of the face
In high doses, nicotine acts like what class of drug?
High doses nicotine rapidly produces a ganglionic blockade due to the inhibition of transmission.
What is the name of the process that makes high levels of alcohol possible in beverages?
fermented
What does cocaine do to the appetite?
Makes people substitute food for drug.
How much marijuana can an adult over 21 have in their possession in Denver, Colorado without being a crime?
More than 1 oz. and less than 8 oz.
How much chocolate would you have to eat to get the same amount of caffeine found in two cups of regular coffee?
By weight, dark chocolate has one to two times the amount caffeine as coffee: 80–160 mg per 100 g
Nicotine is a carcinogen, but it does not promote the development of cancer in healthy cells. What does it do?
It indicates possible oral, esophageal, or pancreatic cancer risks.
How are wines "fortified"?
the older the wine gets the better
What U.S. company sold cocaine cigarettes in 1885?
Parke, Davis & Company
The leaves of the plant Cannabis sativa are usually smoked after drying. What product is made from the leaves of the Cannabis indica plant?
Marijuana
One of the "withdrawal" symptoms from caffeine is a headache. What causes this headache?
stopping daily caffeine consumption produces changes in cerebral blood flow velocity that are related to the caffeine withdrawal symptoms of headache.
What effect does nicotine have on heart rate and blood pressure?
It increases blood pressure and heart rate as well as constricts pupils in some individuals.
. What is the difference between "well" drinks, "premium" drinks, and n"top shelf" drinks?
how old the drink is
What caused the company to begin using "decocanized" leaves in 1906?
Drug being abused
What newspaper baron was instrumental in promoting making marijuana use illegal?
William Hurst