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Pharmacy Practice MCQ

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference. Methods For Standardization Of Antibiotics, Vitamins And Amino Acids » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary purpose of standardization in pharmaceuticals? a) To enhance flavor b) To ensure consistent quality and efficacy c) To increase production speed d) To reduce costs Which method is commonly used for the standardization of antibiotics? a) Spectrophotometry b) HPLC (High Performance Liquid Chromatography) c) Turbidimetric assay d) All of the above What does HPLC stand for? a) High Potential Liquid Control b) High Performance Liquid Chromatography c) High Pressure Liquid Chromatography d) High Precision Liquid Calibration In the standardization of antibiotics, what does MIC stand for? a) Minimum Inhibitory Concentration b) Maximum Inhibitory Concentration c) Minimum Instant Concentration d) Maximum Instant Concentration Which type of assay is often used for the standardization of vitamins? a) Biological assay b) Chemical assay c) Immunoassay d) Both a and b What is the principle behind a turbidimetric assay for antibiotics? … Read more

Pharmacy Practice MCQ

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Principles And Methods Of Different Microbiological Assays » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary purpose of microbiological assays in pharmaceutical industries? a) To determine the pH of a solution b) To evaluate the potency and concentration of antibiotics c) To measure the density of a liquid d) To calculate the melting point of a substance Which of the following is a commonly used method for antibiotic potency testing? a) Titration b) Gravimetric analysis c) Agar diffusion method d) Spectroscopy What is the principle behind the agar diffusion method? a) Measurement of light absorption b) Calculation of solubility c) Diffusion of antibiotic through an agar medium to inhibit bacterial growth d) Separation of particles based on density Which type of microorganism is commonly used in antibiotic assays? a) Fungi b) Bacteria c) Algae d) Protozoa In an agar diffusion test, what is measured to determine the potency of an antibiotic? a) Absorbance of light b) Diameter of the inhibition zone c) Weight of the sample d) Volume of the solution What is the broth dilution method used for? a) Determining the color of a solution … Read more

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference. Clean Area Classification » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary purpose of clean area classification? a) To regulate the temperature of the area b) To control contamination levels c) To enhance the aesthetic appeal d) To reduce noise pollution Which of the following is a key factor in clean area classification? a) Airflow pattern b) Lighting intensity c) Color of walls d) Floor material What is the classification standard for clean areas known as in the United States? a) ISO b) EU GMP c) FDA d) USP What does ISO stand for in the context of clean area classification? a) International Sterility Organization b) International Standards Organization c) International Safety Organization d) International Sanitation Organization Which ISO class represents the highest level of cleanliness? a) ISO Class 1 b) ISO Class 5 c) ISO Class 7 d) ISO Class 9 What is the maximum allowable number of particles (≥0.5 µm) per cubic meter in an ISO Class 5 clean room? a) 100 b) 1,000 c) 10,000 d) 100,000 Which organization provides the EU GMP classification for clean areas? a) World Health Organization (WHO) … Read more

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Different Sources Of Contamination In An Aseptic Area And Methods Of Prevention » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary goal of maintaining an aseptic area in pharmaceutical manufacturing? a) To increase production speed b) To prevent contamination of products c) To enhance product packaging d) To improve worker comfort Which of the following is a common source of contamination in aseptic areas? a) Raw materials b) Cleanroom gowns c) Sterilized equipment d) Deionized water What type of contamination can human personnel introduce into an aseptic area? a) Chemical contamination b) Microbial contamination c) Radioactive contamination d) Ultraviolet contamination Which of the following is a method to prevent contamination from personnel? a) Wearing sterile gowns and gloves b) Using non-sterile equipment c) Increasing room temperature d) Allowing unrestricted movement How can the air supply be a source of contamination in aseptic areas? a) By introducing particulates and microorganisms … Read more

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Designing Of Aseptic Area And Laminar Flow Equipment » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary purpose of an aseptic area in pharmaceutical manufacturing? a) To ensure product potency b) To prevent contamination during manufacturing c) To enhance product shelf life d) To improve product packaging Which type of airflow is used in laminar flow hoods to maintain a sterile environment? a) Turbulent airflow b) Laminar airflow c) Circular airflow d) Random airflow What is the main function of HEPA filters in aseptic areas? a) To regulate temperature b) To remove contaminants from the air c) To control humidity d) To provide lighting Which material is commonly used for the surfaces in clean rooms to minimize contamination? a) Wood b) Stainless steel c) Plastic d) Glass What is the purpose of zoning in aseptic area design? a) To separate different stages of production b) To enhance worker comfort c) To reduce energy consumption d) To improve product aesthetics Which of the following is a key principle in designing an aseptic area? … Read more

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Sterility Testing Of Products (solids, Liquids, Ophthalmic And Other Sterile Products) According To IP, BP And USP » PHARMACAREERS   What is the primary purpose of sterility testing in pharmaceutical products? a) To determine the potency of the product b) To confirm the absence of viable microorganisms c) To check the pH levels d) To assess the color of the product Which of the following pharmacopeias provide guidelines for sterility testing? a) IP (Indian Pharmacopoeia) b) BP (British Pharmacopoeia) c) USP (United States Pharmacopeia) d) All of the above What is a common method used for sterility testing of liquid products? a) Filtration b) Centrifugation c) Sedimentation d) Precipitation Which medium is typically used for the sterility testing of anaerobic microorganisms? a) Fluid Thioglycollate Medium … Read more

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Evaluation Of Bactericidal & Bacteriostatic » PHARMACAREERS   1. What is the primary function of bactericidal agents? a) Inhibit bacterial growth b) Kill bacteria c) Promote bacterial growth d) Neutralize toxins What is the primary function of bacteriostatic agents? a) Inhibit bacterial growth b) Kill bacteria c) Promote bacterial growth d) Neutralize toxins Which test is commonly used to evaluate the bactericidal activity of a substance? a) Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion test b) Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) test c) Time-kill assay d) Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) What is the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)? a) The highest concentration of a drug that kills bacteria b) The lowest concentration of a drug that inhibits bacterial growth c) The highest concentration of a drug that inhibits bacterial growth d) The lowest concentration of a drug that kills bacteria What is the Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC)? … Read more

Pharmacy Practice MCQ

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference.   Factors Influencing Disinfection, Antiseptics And Their Evaluation » PHARMACAREERS   Which of the following is a primary factor affecting the efficacy of a disinfectant? a) Temperature b) Humidity c) Light intensity d) Air pressure What is the term for the time required for a disinfectant to achieve its desired effect? a) Exposure time b) Reaction time c) Contact time d) Incubation time Which factor can reduce the effectiveness of an antiseptic? a) Presence of organic matter b) High pH c) Low humidity d) Room temperature What is the main purpose of using antiseptics in healthcare? a) To sterilize surgical instruments b) To reduce the risk of infection in living tissues c) To disinfect hospital floors d) To clean laboratory glassware Which of the following is a commonly used antiseptic for skin disinfection? a) Chlorine b) Ethanol c) Hydrogen peroxide d) Iodine What is the term for the lowest concentration of a disinfectant that kills all microorganisms in a test system? a) Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) … Read more

Pharmacy Practice MCQ- Disinfectants

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference. Classification And Mode Of Action Of Disinfectants » PHARMACAREERS What is the primary purpose of disinfectants? a) To kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms b) To provide nutrients to microorganisms c) To enhance the growth of microorganisms d) To neutralize toxins Which type of disinfectant works by denaturing proteins and disrupting cell membranes? a) Alcohols b) Halogens c) Phenolics d) Quaternary ammonium compounds Which of the following is a commonly used alcohol-based disinfectant? a) Ethanol b) Chlorine c) Formaldehyde d) Iodine What is the mode of action of halogen-based disinfectants like chlorine and iodine? a) Oxidizing cell components b) Disrupting cell membranes c) Inhibiting protein synthesis d) Denaturing nucleic acids Which disinfectant is known for its ability to kill spores and is often used in sterilization? a) Hydrogen peroxide b) Alcohol c) Quaternary ammonium compounds d) Phenolics What type of disinfectant is benzalkonium chloride? a) Halogen b) Alcohol c) Phenolic … Read more

Pharmacy Practice MCQ- Virus

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Pharmacy Practice MCQ, in this article we will solve, Practice MCQ under subject Microbiology. Read following article for your reference. Morphology, Classification, Reproduction/Replication And Cultivation Of Virus » PHARMACAREERS What is the study of viruses called? a) Bacteriology b) Virology c) Mycology d) Parasitology Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of viruses? a) They can reproduce independently. b) They require a host cell to replicate. c) They contain genetic material. d) They are microscopic. What is the term for the complete, infectious form of a virus outside a host cell? a) Capsid b) Virion c) Envelope d) Nucleocapsid Which of the following is a common shape of viruses? a) Helical b) Cubic c) Spherical d) All of the above Which type of virus has a lipid envelope derived from the host cell membrane? a) Non-enveloped viruses b) Enveloped viruses c) Both a and b d) Neither a nor b What is the primary function of the viral capsid? a) To replicate the viral genome b) To protect the viral genome c) To attach to the host cell … Read more