University of Pune 2010 B.Pharm 2.6 : Pharmacognosy – I (2008 ) - Question Paper

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Second Year B. Pharmacy Examination, 2010
2.6 : PHARMACOGNOSY – I (2008 Course)
Time : three Hours Max. Marks : 80
Instructions:
ques. Nos. one and five are compulsory. Solve any 2 ques. from the remaining in every part.

part – I
1. ans the subsequent :
a) What is Stomatal number ? provide its significance. 2
b) What is Papyrus Ebers ? 2
c) describe gum and mucilage. 2
d) Differentiate ranging from Organised drug and Unorganised drug. 2
e) define the different shapes of bark. 2

2.
A) define the morphology and anatomy of leaves. 7
B) Why is determination of moisture content of crude drug is necessary ? Enlist the different methods of its determination. discuss Karl Fischer's method of determination of moisture content. 8

3.
A) Enlist the different methods of valuation of crude drug. Add a note on Physical methods of valuation. 8
B) How intentional adulteration is done and why ? 7

4. Write short notes on (any three) : 15
a) Honey
b) Secondary metabolites
c) Herbal dietary supplements
d) Collection of crude drugs.

part – II
5. describe Carbohydrates along with its classification and add a note on Acacia. 10

6.
A) define Agar, its method of preparation, constituents, uses and distinguishing tests. 7
B) How will you identify subsequent drugs chemically ? 8
i) Agar
ii) Tragacanth
iii) Starch
iv) Mucilage.

7.
A) What is Cellulose ? elaborate the characteristic and uses of cellulose derivatives ? 8
B) discuss the different methods of propagation with its advantages and disadvantages. 7

8. Write short notes on (any three) : 15
a) Pectin
b) Inulin
c) Lycopodium spore method
d) Alginates.

Earning:   Approval pending.