Lysergic acid diethylamide

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Lysergic acid diethylamide

Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), also known as acid, is a psychoactive drug that alters thoughts, feelings, and awareness of one's surroundings. Pronounced as /laɪˈsɜːrdʒɪk ˈæsɪd daɪɛθəlaɪd/, it is derived from the ergot fungus that grows on rye and other grains.

Etymology

The term "Lysergic acid diethylamide" comes from its chemical constituents: "Lysergic" is derived from "Lysergic acid", a compound from the ergot fungus, and "diethylamide" is a combination of "diethyl" and "amide", referring to its two ethyl groups and its amide group.

Effects

LSD is known for its ability to induce hallucinations and altered sensory perception, including visual and auditory distortions. It can also cause changes in mood, cognitive processes, and a sense of time. The effects typically begin within half an hour and can last up to 12 hours.

Related Terms

  • Psychedelic drug: A class of drugs, including LSD, that produce profound changes in perception, mood, and cognitive processes.
  • Hallucination: A perception in the absence of external stimulus that has qualities of real perception.
  • Ergot: A fungus that grows on rye and other grains, and from which LSD is derived.

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