10 Questions
What is the primary focus of the given text?
The revival of interest in herbal and homeopathic medicine
What is one of the reasons for the renewed interest in plant-based medicine?
The potential for discovering new medicinal compounds in plants
What type of properties are plants being screened for, as mentioned in the text?
All of the above
According to the passage, what is expected of pharmacists regarding herbal preparations?
To have knowledge of and provide professional advice on herbal preparations
What can be inferred from the text regarding the use of single pure compounds or synthetic drugs?
They have limitations, leading to the revival of interest in herbal medicine
What has led to the recent revival in interest in herbal and homoeopathic systems of medicine?
Side effects of synthetic drugs
Why is it important for pharmacists to be knowledgeable about herbal preparations?
To advise on the benefits and uses of herbal medicines
What is a key reason for constantly screening plants for pharmacological value, as mentioned in the text?
To discover substances with medicinal value
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a property for which plants are being screened?
Antiviral
In what way does the text suggest that the plant kingdom is still valuable?
It holds many undiscovered species with medicinal substances
Test your knowledge on the use of medicinal plants and herbal medicine. Learn about the importance of plant sources in traditional and alternative medicine systems.
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