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What is the main objective of the ferric chloride method?
What is the main objective of the ferric chloride method?
The calibration curve method requires the use of a blank solution.
The calibration curve method requires the use of a blank solution.
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List one of the colorimetric methods for evaluating tetracyclines.
List one of the colorimetric methods for evaluating tetracyclines.
FeCl3 method, Acidic method, or Basic method
The ferric chloride method reacts with tetracycline to produce an _____________ color.
The ferric chloride method reacts with tetracycline to produce an _____________ color.
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Match the following standard solutions with their corresponding volumes of stock solution:
Match the following standard solutions with their corresponding volumes of stock solution:
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At what wavelength should the absorbance be measured for tetracycline?
At what wavelength should the absorbance be measured for tetracycline?
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The absorbance of the colored chelate created with tetracycline is stable indefinitely.
The absorbance of the colored chelate created with tetracycline is stable indefinitely.
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What should be done with the mixed solution after 10 minutes at room temperature?
What should be done with the mixed solution after 10 minutes at room temperature?
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Study Notes
Assay of Tetracycline by Calibration Curve Method
- A calibration curve is used to determine the concentration of an unknown sample.
- Several standards with known analyte concentrations are used to create the curve.
- Instrument response (usually absorbance) is measured for each standard.
- Instrument response is corrected for the blank.
- The blank contains all components of the original sample except the analyte.
- Data plotted to create a graph of corrected instrument response versus analyte concentration.
- This graph (calibration curve) is used to find the concentration of an unknown.
Colorimetric Methods for Tetracycline Evaluation
- Three colorimetric methods are used to evaluate tetracyclines.
- These methods include FeCl3, acidic, and basic methods.
Ferric Chloride Method for Tetracycline Assessment
- A general method applicable to various tetracycline antibiotics.
- Analytes react with ferric chloride in acidic solution, producing an orange-brown color.
- The method is used to determine tetracycline in capsules, ointments, and tablets.
Procedure (Preparation of Reagents)
- Prepare 10% FeCl3 solution: Dissolve 10g of FeCl3 in 100ml of 0.1N HCl.
- Prepare a diluted FeCl3 solution: Dilute 0.5mL of the prepared FeCl3 solution to 100mL with 0.01N HCl.
- Prepare standard tetracycline solutions: 1000 ppm (50 mL) tetracycline solution (Note: This calculation provides the volume needed to make a 1000 ppm solution based on grams of tetracycline x 106 divided by volume).
- Prepare standard solutions: Use a stock solution and a blank to prepare different concentrations (Std 1-5) following the steps listed in Table 1.
Additional Steps
- Prepare samples using specified solutions and measurements in Table 1.
- Allow the reaction to proceed for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Measure the absorbance at a maximum wavelength (490nm).
- Use a calibration curve to find concentration of unknown sample.
Concentration of Standard Solutions
- Use the equation C1 x V1 = C2 x V2 for calculations.
- This equation is used to calculate the concentration (C2) of a diluted solution with a known volume (V2) and stock (C1) solution.
Table 2: Concentration and Absorbance Values
- Specific concentrations and absorbance values are provided in Table 2.
Calibration Curve of Tetracycline
- A calibration curve is generated using the different concentrations of tetracycline standards.
- The data relating concentrations and absorbance values is graphed to determine the concentration of unknown samples.
Determining Concentration of Unknown Samples
- Steps for the preparation of the unknowns.
- Measuring the absorbance for the unknown sample to determine concentration using the calibration curve.
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Explore the various methods for assessing tetracycline concentrations, including calibration curve techniques and colorimetric evaluations. This quiz covers the principles behind using calibration curves, the significance of blank corrections, and specific methods such as the Ferric Chloride method. Test your understanding of these analytical procedures and their applications in antibiotic evaluation.
