Phytochemistry by Dr. Wael M. Afifi - Course Objectives

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What is the main focus of the course PHYTOCHEMISTRY BY DR. WAEL M. AFIFI?

  • Exploring the history of medicinal plants and natural products
  • Understanding the chemistry of volatile oils, resins, terpenoids, bitters, carbohydrates, alkaloids, tannins, and antioxidants (correct)
  • Studying the structure activity relationships (SAR) of synthetic compounds
  • Learning about the different techniques for preparing and identifying plant constituents

What are the synonyms used for the science of phytochemistry according to the provided text?

  • Chemistry of medicinal plants, Chemistry of crude drugs, Chemistry of natural products (correct)
  • Medical chemistry, Drug chemistry, Pharmaceutical science
  • Biology of medicinal plants, Botany of crude drugs, Biochemistry of natural products
  • Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy

What is the key learning outcome for students after completing the course PHYTOCHEMISTRY BY DR. WAEL M. AFIFI?

  • Understanding the history and cultural significance of medicinal plants
  • Acquiring good knowledge about the chemistry and pharmacological actions of plant constituents (correct)
  • Mastering the techniques for preparing synthetic compounds in a laboratory setting
  • Gaining expertise in inorganic materials used in medicine

What is not a part of the course content of PHYTOCHEMISTRY BY DR. WAEL M. AFIFI?

<p>Biology of animals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of learning about the structure activity relationships (SAR) of natural products derived compounds in PHYTOCHEMISTRY BY DR. WAEL M. AFIFI?

<p>Understanding the pharmacophoric features of these compounds (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which topic falls under the course content of PHYTOCHEMISTRY BY DR. WAEL M. AFIFI?

<p>Tannin &amp; Bitter principles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of phytochemistry?

<p>Identifying and quantifying plant constituents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of plant product based on the aim of use?

<p>Acellular products derived directly from animals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is systematic nomenclature of plant constituents difficult?

<p>The complexity of their structures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between primary and secondary metabolites in plants?

<p>Secondary metabolites are only found in specific organisms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a classification of plant constituents?

<p>Chemicals essential for life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do galenical preparations mainly consist of?

<p>Plant extracts and tinctures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are pure compounds mainly required in pharmaceutical formulations?

<p>To ensure proper standardization of biological activity and quality control (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of acellular products derived directly from plants?

<p>To serve as starting materials for production of potent drugs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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