Many States Now Control Cold Medicine That Contains Pseudoephedrine

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Multiple Choice

Many states now control cold medicine that contains pseudoephedrine.What is the reason for this?

• A)Pseudoephedrine is an ingredient used to make meth.
• B)Pseudoephedrine is a highly addictive drug.
• C)Pseudoephedrine is likely to produce an overdose.
• D)Pseudoephedrine is highly flammable and may explode.

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Definitions:

Sieve Element

A type of cell found within the phloem of vascular plants, responsible for transporting sugars and other nutrients throughout the plant.

Companion Cell

In phloem, cell that provides metabolic support to its partnered sieve element.

Source Region

An area where specific air masses form, characterized by its uniform temperature and humidity patterns influencing weather and climate.

Sugars

Simple carbohydrates that are used as a primary energy source for living organisms.