Introduction to Intermolecular Forces and Van der Waals Forces
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Which type of intermolecular force is responsible for gas liquification used in medicinally aerosols?

  • London forces
  • Van der Waals forces (correct)
  • Debye forces
  • Keesom forces
  • Where are the London forces commonly found in a cell membrane?

  • Aliphatic regions (correct)
  • Aromatic regions
  • Polar regions
  • Hydrophilic regions
  • Which type of intermolecular force affects drug-receptor binding through hydrophobic interactions?

  • Van der Waals forces
  • Keesom forces
  • Debye forces
  • London forces (correct)
  • What is another name for London forces that involve induced dipole-induced dipole interactions?

    <p>Van der Waals forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intermolecular force type dominates the gas liquification process for medicinal use?

    <p>Van der Waals forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the tiny openings on the epidermis of a plant called?

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

    Which of the following is true about stomata on plant surfaces?

    <p>They are involved in photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of trichomes on plant surfaces?

    <p>Protection against predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of stomata?

    <p>Covered with pores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In plant biology, what is the term for the outermost cell layer of a plant that contains stomata?

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

    What is the main medicinal use of Senna leaves?

    <p>As a laxative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes leaves that live for one year or more?

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

    What is the function of Senna leaves in urinary tract complaints?

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

    Which term defines a lateral outgrowth on the stem?

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

    In what way are Senna leaves different from other medicinal leaves?

    <p>They are known for their laxative properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the process of separating the constituents of Senna leaves to extract their medicinal properties?

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

    What is the main bioactive constituent in Senna leaves responsible for their laxative properties?

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

    How are Senna leaves commonly administered for their medicinal purposes?

    <p>Oral consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pharmacological action of Senna leaves when used as a medicinal agent?

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

    Which pharmaceutical dosage form is most suitable for administering Senna leaf extracts to pediatric patients?

    <p>Chewable tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family name of Cassia acutifolia and Cassia angustifolia?

    <p>Leguminosae (Fabaceae)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main anthraquinone glycosides found in Senna leaves?

    <p>Sennosides A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what doses does Senna act as a stimulant laxative and purgative, respectively?

    <p>Stimulant in small dose, purgative in large dose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leaf structure does Senna leaf exhibit?

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

    What is the term used to describe the mesophyll structure of Senna leaves?

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

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