Question

question 14
2 points
which drug was patented because of its similar structure to ephedrine, an herb used in chinese tea to help with bronchial dilation?
a coca
b dmt
c amphetamine
d cocaine

Explanation:

Amphetamine has a similar structure to ephedrine. Ephedrine is used for bronchial dilation and amphetamine was patented in part due to its structural similarity. Coca, DMT, and cocaine do not have the relevant structural - similarity to ephedrine for this context.

Answer:

C. Amphetamine