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Smack and Crack are produced from

A

Papaver somniferum and Erythroxylon coca

B

Eethroxylon coca and Atropa belladona

C

Cannabis sativa and Atropa belladona

D

Cannabis sativa and Papaver somniferum

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Terms:** - Smack is another name for diacetylmorphine, commonly known as heroin. - Crack refers to a form of cocaine that is processed into a solid crystal. 2. **Identifying the Source of Smack:** - Smack (diacetylmorphine) is derived from the opium poppy plant, scientifically known as *Papaver somniferum*. - The production involves the acetylation of morphine, which is an alkaloid found in the opium poppy. 3. **Identifying the Source of Crack:** - Crack is produced from the coca plant, specifically from *Erythroxylum coca*. - This plant is the source of cocaine, and crack is a crystalized form of this substance. 4. **Analyzing the Options:** - The options provided are: 1. *Papaver somniferum* and *Erythroxylum coca* 2. *Erythroxylum coca* and *Atropa belladonna* 3. *Cannabis sativa* and *Atropa belladonna* 4. *Cannabis sativa* and *Papaver somniferum* - The correct answer must include both the opium poppy and the coca plant. 5. **Selecting the Correct Answer:** - The first option (*Papaver somniferum* and *Erythroxylum coca*) includes both sources of smack and crack. - Therefore, the correct answer is option 1. **Final Answer:** Smack and Crack are produced from *Papaver somniferum* and *Erythroxylum coca*. ---
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