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What is the origin of RADIX GENTIANAE?
What is the origin of RADIX GENTIANAE?
- South America
- Central Europe (correct)
- Central Asia
- North America
Which active constituent of Gentian root is responsible for its bitter taste?
Which active constituent of Gentian root is responsible for its bitter taste?
- Gentiin and gentipicroside (correct)
- Monoterpene alkaloids
- Trisaccharide gentianose
- Dextrose
What effect does Gentiopicroside exhibit?
What effect does Gentiopicroside exhibit?
- Stimulating the appetite
- Increased secretion of saliva
- Anti-inflammatory effect (correct)
- Hypotensive effect
What chemical test can be used to identify RADIX GENTIANAE?
What chemical test can be used to identify RADIX GENTIANAE?
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What happens to the sugars in Gentian during fermentation?
What happens to the sugars in Gentian during fermentation?
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