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Which part of poppy plant is used to obtain the drug 'Smack'?

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Leaves

B

Roots

C

Latex

D

Flowers

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Drug**: The drug referred to in the question is 'Smack', which is commonly known as Heroin. 2. **Understand the Source Plant**: Heroin is derived from the poppy plant, scientifically known as *Papaver somniferum*. 3. **Determine the Part Used**: The question specifically asks which part of the poppy plant is used to obtain the drug. The drug is obtained from the latex of the poppy plant. 4. **Clarify the Latex**: The latex is also referred to as raw opium, which is the substance from which Heroin (Smack) is prepared. 5. **Evaluate Options**: - Leaves: Incorrect - Roots: Incorrect - Latex: Correct - Flowers: Incorrect 6. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is that the latex of the poppy plant is used to obtain the drug 'Smack'. **Final Answer**: The part of the poppy plant used to obtain the drug 'Smack' is the latex. ---
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