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What's the difference between opium and heroin?
Can you tell me the difference between opium and heroin?
Yes, opium is a natural substance derived from the opium poppy while heroin is a synthesized opioid made from morphine which is extracted from opium. Heroin is commonly abused due to its potent effects on the body, while opium is mostly used as a pain reliever.