Practice high-yield Pharmacy & Pharmacology MCQs on Pharmaceutics — Part 2 with worked academic solutions for PPSC Drug Inspector, FPSC, KPPSC, SPSC.
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Question 1 of 40
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★ FPSC
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Emulsions are.
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “Emulsions are.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 2 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Coulter counter is used in determination of
Correct Answer: Option D — All of A, B, C
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of A, B, C is the correct answer to “Coulter counter is used in determination of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 3 of 40
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★ FPSC
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. . . . . . . . is applicable to porous bed, based on a capillary type structure and other parameters.
Correct Answer: Option B — Poiseuille's equation
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Poiseuille's equation is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . . is applicable to porous bed, based on a capillary type structure and other parameters.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 4 of 40
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★ FPSC
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Cocoa butter is used as base in
Correct Answer: Option C — Suppositories
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Suppositories is the correct answer to “Cocoa butter is used as base in”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 5 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Choose the killed viral vaccine from the following
Correct Answer: Option C — Poliomyelitis vaccine (Salk)
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Poliomyelitis vaccine (Salk) is the correct answer to “Choose the killed viral vaccine from the following”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 6 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Combination of a surfactant with oil-soluble auxiliary emulsifier is known as
Correct Answer: Option B — Mixed emulsifier system
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Mixed emulsifier system is the correct answer to “Combination of a surfactant with oil-soluble auxiliary emulsifier is known as”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 7 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Bloom strength is used to check the quality of
Correct Answer: Option B — Gelatin
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Gelatin is the correct answer to “Bloom strength is used to check the quality of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 8 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
. . . . . . . . is an example of bulk solids.
Correct Answer: Option A — Dentifrices
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Dentifrices is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . . is an example of bulk solids.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 9 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
What type of emulsion is a w/o/w emulsion?
Correct Answer: Option C — Multiple-emulsion
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Multiple-emulsion is the correct answer to “What type of emulsion is a w/o/w emulsion”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 10 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Aluminium paste is prepared by levigating 10% powdered aluminium into
Correct Answer: Option C — Zinc oxide ointment
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Zinc oxide ointment is the correct answer to “Aluminium paste is prepared by levigating 10% powdered aluminium into”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 11 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Reverse of adsorption is called
Correct Answer: Option B — Desorption
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Desorption is the correct answer to “Reverse of adsorption is called”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 12 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Choose the ingredient present in a number of sun-tarining lotion is
Correct Answer: Option D — PABA
Detailed Academic Explanation:
PABA is the correct answer to “Choose the ingredient present in a number of sun-tarining lotion is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 13 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Which of the following is not added in lozenges?
Correct Answer: Option C — Disintegrant
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Disintegrant is the correct answer to “Which of the following is not added in lozenges”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 14 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
The working principle of hammer mill
Correct Answer: Option C — Impact
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Impact is the correct answer to “The working principle of hammer mill”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 15 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Weight of rectal suppository for adults is
Correct Answer: Option B — 2 g
Detailed Academic Explanation:
2 g is the correct answer to “Weight of rectal suppository for adults is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 16 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Ointment containing insoluble medicament is prepared by the method
Correct Answer: Option C — Trituration
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Trituration is the correct answer to “Ointment containing insoluble medicament is prepared by the method”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 17 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Friability of a tablet can be determined by
Correct Answer: Option D — Roche friabilator
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Roche friabilator is the correct answer to “Friability of a tablet can be determined by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 18 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
When the detoxification and excretion process of body gets hampered, the drug starts accumulating in the body which may lead to poisoning. This is called . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer: Option A — Accumulation
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Accumulation is the correct answer to “When the detoxification and excretion process of body gets hampered, the drug starts accumulating in the body which may lead to poisoning. This is called . . . . . . . .”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 19 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on
Correct Answer: Option C — Both A and B
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both A and B is the correct answer to “Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 20 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Spray drying method is used for preparation of
Correct Answer: Option C — Microcapsuls
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Microcapsuls is the correct answer to “Spray drying method is used for preparation of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 21 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Qualities of an ideal shampoo.
Correct Answer: Option D — All of the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All of the above is the correct answer to “Qualities of an ideal shampoo.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 22 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Suppositories are generally evaluated by
Correct Answer: Option D — All the above
Detailed Academic Explanation:
All the above is the correct answer to “Suppositories are generally evaluated by”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 23 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
An instrument used to calculate the surface area of particles is
Correct Answer: Option A — Quant-adsorb QS-16
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Quant-adsorb QS-16 is the correct answer to “An instrument used to calculate the surface area of particles is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 24 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
. . . . . . . is used for sterilising heat sensitive injections, ophthalmic solutions, biological products, air and other gases.
Correct Answer: Option B — Filtration sterilisation
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Filtration sterilisation is the correct answer to “. . . . . . . is used for sterilising heat sensitive injections, ophthalmic solutions, biological products, air and other gases.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 25 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
During the process of size reduction, the material with a wax-like property becomes soft because the . . . . . . . . of the mill rises to a large extent.
Correct Answer: Option C — Temperature
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Temperature is the correct answer to “During the process of size reduction, the material with a wax-like property becomes soft because the . . . . . . . . of the mill rises to a large extent.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 26 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Which of the following is an example of unorganised drugs?
Correct Answer: Option A — Gum resins
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Gum resins is the correct answer to “Which of the following is an example of unorganised drugs”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 27 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Class 100 facility is required for preparation of
Correct Answer: Option C — Both
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Both is the correct answer to “Class 100 facility is required for preparation of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 28 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
ln a prescription 'STAT' means
Correct Answer: Option D — Single tablet at a time
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Single tablet at a time is the correct answer to “ln a prescription 'STAT' means”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 29 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Haustus' Means
Correct Answer: Option A — A single dose mixture
Detailed Academic Explanation:
A single dose mixture is the correct answer to “Haustus' Means”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 30 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Quaternary ammonium compound used as a preservative is
Correct Answer: Option C — Benzalkonium chloride
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Benzalkonium chloride is the correct answer to “Quaternary ammonium compound used as a preservative is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 31 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Disposable syringes are made up of.
Correct Answer: Option B — Transparent polystyrene
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Transparent polystyrene is the correct answer to “Disposable syringes are made up of.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 32 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
All the particles of . . . . . . . . pass through a sieve number 44, having the nominal mesh aperture of 355μm.
Correct Answer: Option B — Moderately fine powder
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Moderately fine powder is the correct answer to “All the particles of . . . . . . . . pass through a sieve number 44, having the nominal mesh aperture of 355μm.”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 33 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Pyrogens are metabolic products of
Correct Answer: Option B — Bacteria
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Bacteria is the correct answer to “Pyrogens are metabolic products of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 34 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
The shells of soft gelatin capsules may be made elastic or plastic like, by the addition of
Correct Answer: Option C — Sorbitol
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Sorbitol is the correct answer to “The shells of soft gelatin capsules may be made elastic or plastic like, by the addition of”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 35 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Preservative used in eye drops include all except
Correct Answer: Option B — Orthotoluene
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Orthotoluene is the correct answer to “Preservative used in eye drops include all except”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 36 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Coulter counter is used in determination of. 1. Particle surface area 2. Particle size 3. Particle volume
Correct Answer: Option D — 1, 2 and 3
Detailed Academic Explanation:
1, 2 and 3 is the correct answer to “Coulter counter is used in determination of. 1. Particle surface area 2. Particle size 3. Particle volume”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 37 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
The term piggy bag is most commonly associated with
Correct Answer: Option C — Intermittent therapy
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Intermittent therapy is the correct answer to “The term piggy bag is most commonly associated with”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 38 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Rectal suppositories intended for adult use usually weight approximately
Correct Answer: Option B — 2 g
Detailed Academic Explanation:
2 g is the correct answer to “Rectal suppositories intended for adult use usually weight approximately”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 39 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Who invented successful immunisation against small pox?
Correct Answer: Option B — Edward Jenner
Detailed Academic Explanation:
Edward Jenner is the correct answer to “Who invented successful immunisation against small pox”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
Question 40 of 40
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
★ PPSC Drug Inspector
★ FPSC
Surfactant having HLB value 8 - 18 is
Correct Answer: Option C — O/w emulsifying agent
Detailed Academic Explanation:
O/w emulsifying agent is the correct answer to “Surfactant having HLB value 8 - 18 is”. This question is standard in competitive examination syllabi for Pharmaceutics.
💡Key Conceptual Anchor:Pharmaceutics
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