X-ray of Opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) flower. This poppy is the source of opium, a narcotic resin that contains the alkaloids morphine and codeine. These are used by the pharmaceutical industry as painkillers (analgesics). Opium can be refined to yield the illegal drug heroin. | |
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Taille de l’image : | 7146 px × 9095 px |
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