Inhaling or "huffing" is a way to achieve a high, usually by breathing in a fat-soluble substance. Which of the following structures would be most likely attacked first?
A) myelin sheath
B) axon
C) neuron
D) dendrite

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The myelin sheath is primarily composed of fat (lipids), making it particularly vulnerable to damage by fat-soluble substances inhaled during "huffing." This can lead to demyelination, affecting the nervous system's ability to transmit signals efficiently.

Inhaling or "Huffing" Is a Way to Achieve a High