Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology Quiz
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What is one of the applications of a Ball Mill?

  • Glass container preparation
  • Size reduction of solids (correct)
  • Coloring agent production
  • Separation of liquids

What is a key feature of glass containers used in pharmacies?

  • Low density
  • Chemical solubility
  • Non-reactive nature (correct)
  • High thermal conductivity

Which of the following is NOT a role of pharmaceutical aids?

  • Masking taste
  • Providing therapeutic effects (correct)
  • Enhancing stability
  • Improving appearance

What is a disadvantage of using plastic as a packaging material?

<p>Environmental concerns (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a salient feature of the Indian Pharmacopoeia (I.P.)?

<p>It provides specifications for drug substances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the process of decreasing the size of particles in pharmaceuticals?

<p>Size reduction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a container used in drugs?

<p>An object that holds pharmaceutical products (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Hammer Mill

A type of mill used for size reduction of solid materials, especially in the pharmaceutical industry. It features a rotating hammer assembly that grinds material against a fixed screen.

Ball Mill

A mill that uses rotating steel balls to grind materials into finer particles. It often involves a cylindrical container with a rotating drum.

Pharmacopeia

A reference book containing official standards for drugs and pharmaceutical products. It provides detailed information about drug quality, purity, and dosage forms.

Pharmaceutical Aid

A substance used to alter the aesthetic or functional properties of a pharmaceutical preparation. They are generally inactive ingredients that enhance palatability or appearance.

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Size Reduction

A process that reduces the particle size of solid materials, making them easier to disperse, dissolve, or absorb.

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Size Separation

The separation of solid materials into different size ranges, ensuring consistency and quality in the final product.

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Drug Container

A container specifically designed to hold and protect pharmaceutical products, often made from glass, plastic, or metal. It plays a crucial role in maintaining drug quality and integrity.

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Study Notes

Hammer Mill

  • Explain the principle, construction, and working of a hammer mill with a neat labeled diagram.

Ball Mill

  • Explain the principle, construction, working, and application of a ball mill.

Job Opportunities in Pharmacy

  • Discuss various job opportunities in pharmacy.
  • What are the different types of containers commonly used in pharmacies?

Glass Containers

  • Briefly discuss glass containers used in pharmacies.

Pharmacopeia

  • Define Pharmacopeia.
  • Outline the home edition of I.P. published, and include the year with four salient features.

Pharmaceutical Aids

  • Define pharmaceutical aids.
  • Explain the role of coloring agents, flavoring, and sweetening agents.

Plastic Packaging Material

  • Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using plastic as a packaging material.

Preservatives

  • Write a note on preservatives used in pharmaceutical preparations; include examples.

Glass Packaging Material

  • Write about the advantages and disadvantages of glass as a packaging material.

Pharmacy Profession in India

  • Discuss the development of the pharmacy profession in India.

Drug Packaging

  • Define the different aspects of drug packaging

Packaging Material

  • Define the following aspects of packaging materials: Drug, Container, Size Reduction, and Size Separation

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Test your knowledge on various aspects of pharmacy, including the principles and working of hammer mills and ball mills. Additionally, explore job opportunities in the pharmacy field and the significance of pharmaceutical aids, packaging materials, and preservatives.

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