Which of the following statements is true of phencyclidine?
A. Phencyclidine is widely used today as a general anesthetic in humans.
B. Unlike other anesthetics, phencyclidine is not lipid soluble.
C. Phencyclidine produces its psychotomimetic effects by blocking the D2 dopamine receptors.
D. Phencyclidine dependency appears to be predominantly psychological rather than physical.
Answer: D
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