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Which term is used to classify crude drugs based on chemical and therapeutic properties?
Which family does the crude drug Aconitum belong to?
Which growth regulator is responsible for promoting cell division and growth in plants?
Which family does the crude drug Belladonna belong to?
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Which term refers to the visual assessment of crude drugs based on their appearance, color, odor, and taste?
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What is the traditional system of medicine that uses medicinal plants as remedies?
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What is the common name for Papaver Somniferum?
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Which family does the crude drug Ginger belong to?
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Which growth regulator is responsible for promoting stem elongation in plants?
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Study Notes
Pharmacognosy
- Pharmacognosy is the study of medicinal plants and their constituents used for medicinal purposes
- Crude drugs are natural products obtained from plants, animals, or minerals and used for medicinal purposes.
- Chemotaxonomy is the classification of crude drugs based on their chemical and therapeutic properties. It helps identify and organize plant-based medicines based on the chemical compounds they contain and their therapeutic effects.
- Organoleptic evaluation is a visual assessment of crude drugs that involves examining their appearance, color, odor, and taste. This helps in evaluating the quality and authenticity of crude drugs.
Plant Classification and Medicinal Uses
- Aconitum belongs to the Ranunculaceae family, also known as the buttercup family.
- Belladonna belongs to the Solanaceae family, which contains a substantial number of plants with medicinal properties.
- Papaver Somniferum is the scientific name for Opium poppy.
Traditional Medicine
- Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine that originated in India and uses medicinal plants as remedies. Its principles focus on promoting overall health and well-being through holistic practices that include diet, lifestyle, and herbal remedies.
Plant Growth Regulators
- Cytokinins are plant hormones that play a significant role in promoting cell division and growth in plants.
- Gibberellins are plant hormones that promote stem elongation, which is essential for plant growth and development.
- Ginger belongs to the Zingiberaceae family.
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Test your knowledge on the historical development and scope of pharmacognosy, including the traditional and modern systems of medicine, classification of crude drugs, terminology used in pharmacognosy, and preparation of crude drugs for commercial market.
