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What type of surface is characterized by having a grain-like appearance?

Conchoidal

Waxy

Resinous

Granular (correct)

Which term describes a surface that is characterized by being smooth and glossy?

Resinous (correct)

Aromatic

Mealy

Waxy

Which term is associated with an odor that is both pleasant and spicy?

Balsamic

Aromatic

Alliaceous

Spicy (correct)

What type of taste is characterized by a disagreeable, alliaceous flavor?

Metallic Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of pharmacognosy?

The study of drugs from the plant and animal kingdoms Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymology of the word 'pharmacognosy'?

Greek: pharmakon (drug) and gnosis (knowledge) Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote the famous commentary on drugs entitled 'De Materia Medica libri cinque'?

Pedanios Diocorides Signup and view all the answers

What are 'annulations' in the context of external markings?

Transverse ring-like markings Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'nodule' in the context of external markings?

Rounded outgrowths on the surface Signup and view all the answers

What does 'acrid' mean in relation to sensation?

An unpleasant irritating, tingling sensation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'nauseous' tend to do?

Induce vomiting Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a 'mealy' surface?

Characterized by powder usually due to abundance of starch Signup and view all the answers

What does an 'even' fracture surface look like?

Smooth surface Signup and view all the answers

What does 'conchoidal' refer to in relation to fracture surface?

A res. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'terete' refer to from the SHAPES category?

Cylindrical Signup and view all the answers

What were early information pertaining to drugs called in Western culture?

Material medica Signup and view all the answers