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What is the primary purpose of the extraction of active components from plant materials?
What is the primary purpose of the extraction of active components from plant materials?
Which solvent is categorized as polar for the extraction of plant-based compounds?
Which solvent is categorized as polar for the extraction of plant-based compounds?
What type of ingredients in plants are considered secondary metabolites?
What type of ingredients in plants are considered secondary metabolites?
Which method is NOT associated with phytochemical analysis?
Which method is NOT associated with phytochemical analysis?
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What evaluation comes after the isolation of phytochemical compounds?
What evaluation comes after the isolation of phytochemical compounds?
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What medicinal property is associated with olive oil according to the content?
What medicinal property is associated with olive oil according to the content?
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What is the fruit produced by the lote tree, as mentioned in the content?
What is the fruit produced by the lote tree, as mentioned in the content?
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Which food item is specifically mentioned for its ability to prevent stomach upsets?
Which food item is specifically mentioned for its ability to prevent stomach upsets?
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Which plant is known as an astringent for the stomach?
Which plant is known as an astringent for the stomach?
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What are the best types of figs mentioned for medicinal use?
What are the best types of figs mentioned for medicinal use?
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How is honey produced according to the content?
How is honey produced according to the content?
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Which plant is recommended for curing or preventing scurf?
Which plant is recommended for curing or preventing scurf?
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What traditional values do pot herbs, cucumbers, garlic, lentils, and onions share?
What traditional values do pot herbs, cucumbers, garlic, lentils, and onions share?
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What is the primary binding agent used in preparing a bolus?
What is the primary binding agent used in preparing a bolus?
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Which method is used for gathering ethnomedicinal information?
Which method is used for gathering ethnomedicinal information?
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Which of the following aspects is generally NOT included in an ethnomedicinal survey questionnaire?
Which of the following aspects is generally NOT included in an ethnomedicinal survey questionnaire?
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What is the basis for the classification of medicinal plants?
What is the basis for the classification of medicinal plants?
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Which of the following is NOT a life form classification of medicinal plants?
Which of the following is NOT a life form classification of medicinal plants?
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In the context of medicinal plants, which term refers to plants used to relieve pain?
In the context of medicinal plants, which term refers to plants used to relieve pain?
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Which of the following plants is most likely considered an expectorant?
Which of the following plants is most likely considered an expectorant?
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What is a common method for overcoming language barriers in ethnobotanical surveys?
What is a common method for overcoming language barriers in ethnobotanical surveys?
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What percentage of plant-derived pharmaceutical medicines are used in ways that correlate directly with their traditional uses?
What percentage of plant-derived pharmaceutical medicines are used in ways that correlate directly with their traditional uses?
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Which statement correctly defines traditional medicine according to WHO?
Which statement correctly defines traditional medicine according to WHO?
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What was the first major recognition of traditional medicine by WHO?
What was the first major recognition of traditional medicine by WHO?
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Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by traditional medicine?
Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by traditional medicine?
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What is the pleasant smelling oil produced by the terbinth tree primarily used for?
What is the pleasant smelling oil produced by the terbinth tree primarily used for?
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In the Qur'an, what is the first mention of a plant associated with?
In the Qur'an, what is the first mention of a plant associated with?
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What is recommended to improve the quality and efficacy of traditional medicine?
What is recommended to improve the quality and efficacy of traditional medicine?
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Which plant is mentioned in the Qur'an as being beneficial for those suffering from phlegm or cold conditions?
Which plant is mentioned in the Qur'an as being beneficial for those suffering from phlegm or cold conditions?
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What aspect is crucial for ensuring the practice of traditional medicine is safe and effective?
What aspect is crucial for ensuring the practice of traditional medicine is safe and effective?
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Which of the following areas should be covered by the national policies regarding traditional medicine?
Which of the following areas should be covered by the national policies regarding traditional medicine?
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What specific instruction was given to Maryam during childbirth in the Qur'an?
What specific instruction was given to Maryam during childbirth in the Qur'an?
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What does the term 'Nakhlah' refer to in the context of the Qur'an?
What does the term 'Nakhlah' refer to in the context of the Qur'an?
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What is one of the main purposes of WHO's traditional medicine program?
What is one of the main purposes of WHO's traditional medicine program?
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Which of the following therapeutic benefits is associated with the date palm according to the Qur'an?
Which of the following therapeutic benefits is associated with the date palm according to the Qur'an?
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According to Ibn Qayyim, which plant is specifically noted for aiding in conditions related to hot temperatures?
According to Ibn Qayyim, which plant is specifically noted for aiding in conditions related to hot temperatures?
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What does the term 'Shajarah' translate to, and what significance does it hold in the context of plants?
What does the term 'Shajarah' translate to, and what significance does it hold in the context of plants?
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When should barks be collected from plants?
When should barks be collected from plants?
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What is the recommended time to collect fleshy fruits?
What is the recommended time to collect fleshy fruits?
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Why should roots and underground parts be collected while the plant is in full growth?
Why should roots and underground parts be collected while the plant is in full growth?
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What precaution should be taken when collecting plants that might have been exposed to pesticides?
What precaution should be taken when collecting plants that might have been exposed to pesticides?
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What is the ideal method for drying herbal plants?
What is the ideal method for drying herbal plants?
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What should be done immediately after collecting plant parts?
What should be done immediately after collecting plant parts?
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How does cutting or grinding plant materials affect their properties?
How does cutting or grinding plant materials affect their properties?
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What should be avoided when collecting plants to maintain ecological balance?
What should be avoided when collecting plants to maintain ecological balance?
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Flashcards
Terebinth
Terebinth
The turpentine tree mentioned in the Bible (Isaiah 6:13). It produces a fragrant oil used in the East for flavoring wine and sweets.
Shajarah
Shajarah
The first mention of plants in the Qur'an, referenced in the story of Adam and Eve. It symbolizes both permitted and prohibited elements in life.
Yaqtin
Yaqtin
A plant mentioned in the Qur'an (Surah 37:146). It is believed to be the pumpkin, also known as 'Dubba Qar'.
Yaqtin (Pumpkin)
Yaqtin (Pumpkin)
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Pumpkin (Yaqtin)
Pumpkin (Yaqtin)
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Jidh'i Nakhlah (Date Palm)
Jidh'i Nakhlah (Date Palm)
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Date Palm (Jidh'i Nakhlah)
Date Palm (Jidh'i Nakhlah)
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Nakhlah (Date Palm)
Nakhlah (Date Palm)
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Zaytun (Olive Tree)
Zaytun (Olive Tree)
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Sidr (Lote Tree)
Sidr (Lote Tree)
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Rumman (Pomegranate)
Rumman (Pomegranate)
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Baql (Pot Herbs), Qiththa (Cucumbers), Fum (Garlic), Adas (Lentils), and Basal (Onions)
Baql (Pot Herbs), Qiththa (Cucumbers), Fum (Garlic), Adas (Lentils), and Basal (Onions)
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Tin (Figs)
Tin (Figs)
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Athl (Tamarisk)
Athl (Tamarisk)
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Thamarat (Fruits/Flowers)
Thamarat (Fruits/Flowers)
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Honey
Honey
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When to harvest fruits?
When to harvest fruits?
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Harvesting seeds
Harvesting seeds
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Harvesting barks
Harvesting barks
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Harvesting underground parts
Harvesting underground parts
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Planning collection
Planning collection
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Drying herbal plants
Drying herbal plants
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Cleaning plant parts
Cleaning plant parts
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Storing medicinal plants
Storing medicinal plants
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What is a bolus?
What is a bolus?
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What is a poultice?
What is a poultice?
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Ethnomedicinal survey
Ethnomedicinal survey
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How are medicinal plants often classified?
How are medicinal plants often classified?
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What are analgesic plants?
What are analgesic plants?
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What are expectorant plants?
What are expectorant plants?
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What are antimalarial plants?
What are antimalarial plants?
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What are anticancer plants?
What are anticancer plants?
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What is traditional medicine?
What is traditional medicine?
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When was traditional medicine formally acknowledged?
When was traditional medicine formally acknowledged?
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Who oversees traditional medicine globally?
Who oversees traditional medicine globally?
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How are traditional medicines linked to modern medicine?
How are traditional medicines linked to modern medicine?
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What are some challenges facing traditional medicine?
What are some challenges facing traditional medicine?
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What are some recommended ways to address these challenges?
What are some recommended ways to address these challenges?
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What is crucial for scientific validation of traditional medicine?
What is crucial for scientific validation of traditional medicine?
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What is essential for the quality and safety of traditional medicine?
What is essential for the quality and safety of traditional medicine?
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Phytochemicals
Phytochemicals
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Phytochemical Analysis
Phytochemical Analysis
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Transformation of Crude Drugs
Transformation of Crude Drugs
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Extraction Solvents
Extraction Solvents
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Clinical Trial
Clinical Trial
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Study Notes
Medicinal Plants (BOT 203)
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Historical Background of Medicinal Plants (Divine): Health care costs are rising globally, making effective and affordable treatments harder to discover. Diseases are becoming more resistant to common treatments. There's a shortage of skilled medical professionals. Pharmaceutical companies are pressured to lower prices while finding new treatments. Affordable drugs often become easily counterfeited. The author suggests turning to God for solutions as He already provides solutions in nature's medicine.
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Medicinal Plants as Curative in Scripture: God provided plants for food and healing (Genesis 1:29) The author points to examples of medicinal uses in the Bible and their cures like healing King Hezekiah by using fig poultices. Quinine, a malaria cure, was found in the very place the disease was predominant.
Medicinal Properties of Plants Based on the Bible
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Hyssop (Hyssops officinalis): Used for ritual cleansing, purifying, wound healing, and treating fevers, colds, indigestion, and asthma.
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Balm of Gilead (Amyris gileadensis): Used for healing.
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Mint (mentha species): Flavouring food due to its fresh aroma and taste.
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Rose: Emits soft balsamic aroma, has insect repellent properties.
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Lavender (Lavendula anguistifolia): Fragrant essential oil, used for mummification, perfume, and anointing Jesus' feet.
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Aloe (Aquilaria): Used as perfume.
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Apple fruit (Malus communis): Revives fainting people.
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Sweet cane (Calamus): Used for perfume.
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Cedarus libani: Used for purification ceremonies.
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Galbanum (Ferula galbaniflua): Used as incense.
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Hemlock (conium maculatum): Known for containing poison.
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Mandrake (Mandragora offincinarum): Used for healing, love potion.
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Myrrh (Bilsamondendron myrrha): Perfume, used in embalming.
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Terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus): Used for flavoring wine and meats.
Plants in the Qur'an
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Zaytun (Olive tree): A blessed tree, useful for stomach problems and ailments.
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Sidr (Lote tree): Used for treating scrofula, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
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Rumman (pomegranates): Cures coughs and stomach upsets.
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Baqal (pot herbs), Qiththa (Cucumbers), fum (garlic), Adas (lentils), and Basal (onions): Mentioned as food and have potential medicinal qualities.
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Tin (figs): Helpful in treating chronic coughs, clearing the liver and prostate.
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Athl (tamarisk): Stomach astringent and haemostatic.
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Thamarat (fruits/flowers): Related to honey production where bees are divinely guided to gather ingredients from different flowers/plants.
Historical Background of Medicinal Plants (Human Research)
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Earliest Type of Medicines: From ancient cultures like China, the use dates back to 2500 BC. Chinese Emperor Shen Nong recommended Ma Huang (Ephedra) which is widely used as a decongestant today.
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Hippocrates: Greek, father of medicine, compiled important medical herbal recipes around 400 BC.
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Theophrastus: Developed Historia plantarum, a standard botanical text book.
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Dioscorides: Compiled and described over 600 medicinal plants around 60 AD, used by later European cultures and even today.
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Arabs: Translating and adding information to their observations made their works extremely impactful.
Challenges Facing Traditional Medicine
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Lack of government recognition/support: The absence of official recognition.
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Insufficient funding and resources: Limited resources for development and capacity building.
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Insufficient scientific proof of efficacy: Lack of sound scientific evidence/validity about efficacy.
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Traditional medicine misconceptions: Misunderstanding about traditional medicines.
Recommended Ways to Address Challenges
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Establish policies and laws: Defining traditional medicine's role and providing frameworks for healthcare reforms.
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Enhance research and development: Promote quality research on traditional medicines safety, efficacy, etc.
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Strengthening education/training Enhancing training for traditional medicine practitioners.
Identification, Collection, and Preparation of Medicinal Plants
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Identifying Plants: Essential to accurately identifying the correct plant for the treatment. Provides guidance on plant characteristics (size, type, leaves, flowers, fruits, and bark).
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Collection Procedures: Emphasizes proper collection timing (e.g., when plants bloom) and avoiding damaging the plant or environment.
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Methods of Preparation: Explains different methods of preparation, including decoctions, infusions, powders, juices, and poultices/pastes, and boluses. Providing guidance on how to prepare plant materials for medicinal use (drying, cutting, grinding, chopping as well as storage methods).
Classifications of Medicinal Plants
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Classification Based on Life Forms: Distinguish plants based on their growth habits (tree, shrub, herb, etc).
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Classification Based on Therapeutic Properties: Suggests classifying plants according to health properties that they treat (analgesic, expectorant, antimalarial, and more).
Transformation of Crude Drugs from Medicinal Plants into Conventional Drugs
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Extraction Procedures: Describes extraction methods for isolating active constituents using various solvent types (polar, intermediate polar, and non-polar solvent).
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Phytochemical Analysis: Focuses on methods for identifying active ingredients and their properties. (thin layer chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy, immunoassay, or phytocharacterization tests.)
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Evaluation: Outlines the various steps or levels for evaluation of crude drugs and chemicals, (pharmacology, toxicology, clinical trials)
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Explore the historical and scriptural significance of medicinal plants in health care. This quiz examines their properties as outlined in the Bible and discusses the potential of natural remedies in contemporary medicine. Delve into examples of notable plants and their healing applications from a biblical perspective.