PHARMACEUTICS

1. MCQ in Pharmaceutics

Pharmaceutical Science Quiz: Test 15

Test your knowledge on core pharmaceutical concepts.

1. Which of the following is an example of a common excipient used as a binder in tablet formulations?

A) Lactose

B) Magnesium Stearate

C) Povidone

D) Talc

2. In pharmacokinetics, what does the term 'absorption' primarily refer to?

A) The process of the drug leaving the body

B) The movement of the drug from its site of administration into the bloodstream

C) The metabolism of the drug in the liver

D) The distribution of the drug to various tissues

3. Which of the following is a key principle of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)?

A) Reducing manufacturing costs at all times

B) Ensuring that products are consistently produced and controlled to quality standards

C) Maximizing production speed regardless of batch consistency

D) Relying solely on consumer feedback for quality control

4. What is the primary purpose of a sieve analysis in powder technology?

A) To determine the moisture content of the powder

B) To determine the particle size distribution of the powder

C) To measure the flowability of the powder

D) To calculate the bulk density of the powder

5. How many milliliters (mL) are required to prepare a 2.5% w/v solution using 5 grams of solute?

A) 125 mL

B) 200 mL

C) 50 mL

D) 250 mL

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