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When a person ingests caffeine, whether in the form of a cup of coffee or tea, a

caffeinated soda, or even a piece of dark chocolate, the drug begins to take effect almost

immediately. First, caffeine enters the bloodstream through the membranes of the

stomach and small intestine. It is then metabolized by the liver, which breaks it down into

other chemicals. Within fifteen minutes of consumption, most people begin to feel the

effects of caffeine, which can include increased heart rate and feelings of alertness or

well-being. Within six hours of consumption, about half of the original dose of the drug

will have been eliminated from the body. This is why some people drink a second cup of

coffee in the afternoon.

Which organizational structure does this text primarily use?

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sequential

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sequential

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The text primarily uses a sequential organizational structure. It presents information in a chronological order, explaining the process of how caffeine is ingested, metabolized, and eliminated from the body. The text follows a logical sequence, starting with the ingestion of caffeine, then describing its entry into the bloodstream, followed by its metabolism by the liver, and finally discussing the effects and elimination of caffeine. This sequential structure allows the reader to understand the step-by-step progression of caffeine's effects on the body.