Blackpepper in Herbal Medicine
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What is the biological name of black pepper?

  • Piper nigrum (correct)
  • Centella asiatica
  • Mangifera indica
  • Pisum sativum
  • What type of fruit is black pepper?

  • Bark
  • Dried and unripe fruit (correct)
  • Both a) and c)
  • Ripe and dried fruit
  • Which body function is improved by black pepper?

  • Reproduction
  • Digestion (correct)
  • Respiration
  • Urinary system
  • What is the size of the fruit of black pepper?

    <p>~10mm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical constituent gives black pepper its spicy flavor?

    <p>Piperine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical constituent is found in cinnamon oil?

    <p>Eugenol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of Amla fruits?

    <p>Diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family does Cinnamon belong to?

    <p>Lauraceae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of volatile oils in Cinnamon?

    <p>0.5-1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical constituent is found in Amla fruits in significant amounts?

    <p>Vitamin C</p> Signup and view all the answers

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