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What is the definition of pharmacology?
What is the definition of pharmacology?
- The study of genetic engineering
- The study of physical therapy
- The study of substances that interact with living systems through chemical processes (correct)
- The study of chemical reactions in living organisms
How can a drug be defined?
How can a drug be defined?
- Any substance that brings about a change in biologic function through its chemical actions (correct)
- Any chemical used in food preservation
- Any molecule found in the body
- Any compound used in genetic modification
What is the role of a receptor in pharmacology?
What is the role of a receptor in pharmacology?
- Eliminates drugs from the body
- Interacts with the drug molecule to bring about a specific biologic effect (correct)
- Regulates the temperature of the body
- Produces drugs in the body
What does toxicology focus on?
What does toxicology focus on?
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Which branch of pharmacology deals with the effects of chemicals on living systems?
Which branch of pharmacology deals with the effects of chemicals on living systems?
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