The Defining Feature(s)of Addiction Is

question 70

Multiple Choice

The defining feature(s) of addiction is:

• A)Whether or not the opiate system is involved
• B)The severity of the withdrawal symptoms
• C)Being preoccupied with a drug,compulsive use and high likelihood of relapse
• D)Whether or not the drug has a reinforcing effect

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Definitions:

Endergonic

Describes a chemical reaction that requires energy to be absorbed from its surroundings, not occurring spontaneously.

Open System

An entity that exchanges energy with its surroundings. Compare with closed system.

Energy Content

The total amount of energy available in a food item or fuel source, typically measured in calories or joules.

Organism

Any living system consisting of one or more cells.