Phytochemical Investigation of Herbal Products
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Which of the following methods is commonly used in phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

  • Gas chromatography
  • Mass spectrometry
  • High-performance liquid chromatography
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the primary goal of phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

  • To identify and quantify the bioactive compounds (correct)
  • To evaluate the product's toxicity in humans
  • To determine the shelf life of the product
  • To develop a new method for herbal product extraction
  • What is the importance of extraction in phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

  • To enhance the product's bioavailability
  • To reduce the product's cost
  • To release the bioactive compounds from the plant matrix (correct)
  • To remove impurities from the product
  • Which of the following is a challenge in phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

    <p>The complexity of plant matrices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to validate the methods used in phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

    <p>To ensure the accuracy of the results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of phytochemical screening in herbal products?

    <p>To identify the therapeutic constituents of herbal products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following techniques is commonly used for the identification of phytochemicals in herbal products?

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

    What is the major advantage of using solvent extraction methods in phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

    <p>It enables the extraction of compounds with varying polarities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a critical factor to consider during the sample preparation stage of phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

    <p>The storage conditions of the herbal product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary disadvantage of using traditional methods for the phytochemical investigation of herbal products?

    <p>They are time-consuming and labor-intensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

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