"Begin."

...there was only one question.

The roots of Monkshood or Wolfsbane, commonly known as Aconite, contain the alkaloid; psuedaconitine (pictured below), a moderate inhibitor of AChE. Isolate the relevant functional and magical groups; which transformative charm can be safely cast on the Aconite root? What practical purpose would there be in casting such a charm? Be sure to thoroughly explain your answer using relevant alchemical theory.

"...you could have just said 'no'." She muttered under her breath.

"No talking."

"I'm the only one here!"

Snape just stared her down.

"...fine." She grumbled, starting to write.

As an alkaloid...