Pharmacognosy: Study of Natural Substances in Medicine
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What is the main focus of pharmacognosy?

  • Analyzing natural substances, mainly plants used in medicine (correct)
  • Researching minerals for medicinal purposes
  • Investigating animal-based medicines
  • Studying synthetic drugs

    • Which of the following is NOT a subject of pharmacognosy study?

  • Biosynthesis of active constituents in natural sources
  • Physical properties of synthetic drugs (correct)
  • Distribution of natural sources of drugs in the world
  • Description of natural sources

    • What is the term used to describe a plant that lives for more than two years?

  • Decennial
  • Annual
  • Biannual
  • Perennial (correct)

    • In pharmacognosy, what do scientists study regarding the active constituents of natural drugs?

    <p>Storage site and biosynthesis of active constituents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What properties of natural substances are studied in pharmacognosy?

    <p>Biological and chemical properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the word 'Pharmacognosy'?

    <p>Acquiring knowledge of drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the early 20th century, what was the main emphasis of Pharmacognosy?

    <p>Identification and description of medicinal plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field has natural associations with Pharmacognosy?

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

    Apart from plant materials, which other natural products are traditionally encompassed within Pharmacognosy?

    <p>Vitamins and wool fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant area of interest in Pharmacognosy regarding plants?

    <p>Medicinal substances discovery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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