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AQA GCSE · Question 01.7.1 · Infection and Response
Some drugs originated from plants.
Which plant does the drug Aspirin originate from?
Some drugs originated from plants.
Which plant does the drug Aspirin originate from?
Answer options:
A.
Foxglove
B.
Rose
C.
Tobacco
D.
Willow
How to approach this question
Recall the origins of common plant-based drugs. Think about which plant is known for its pain-relieving properties, which led to the development of aspirin.
Full Answer
D.Willow✓ Correct
Many important drugs were originally discovered in plants.
- **Aspirin** is a painkiller and anti-inflammatory drug that was developed from a chemical found in the bark of the **willow** tree.
- **Digitalis** is a drug used to treat heart conditions, and it originates from the **foxglove** plant.
Common mistakes
✗ Mixing up the origins of Aspirin and Digitalis.
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