Consider the following analgesic.
What is the source of this structure?
What is the source of this structure?
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- Opium
- Frog
- An endogenous compound present in the body
- Snake Venom
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Identifying the Structure The given structure represents endomorphin, which is an endogenous opioid peptide found in the human body.
Step 2: Understanding the Source - Opium (Option A) is a natural source of morphine and related alkaloids but does not produce this specific structure.
- Frog-derived peptides (Option B) exist, but this structure does not match known frog peptides.
- Endogenous opioid peptides (Option C) such as endorphins, enkephalins, and dynorphins are naturally synthesized by the body and have similar structural motifs.
- Snake venom (Option D) contains various neurotoxins and peptides, but this structure is not related to venom-derived compounds.
Step 3: Selecting the Correct Answer
Since endomorphins are naturally occurring peptides in the body that exhibit opioid analgesic effects, the correct answer is: An endogenous compound present in the body (Option C).
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