Define spectrum. Give two examples of each of:
(a) narrow-spectrum antibiotics
(b) broad-spectrum antibiotics.
The complete range of micro-organisms that can be killed by a particular antibiotic is known as spectrum.
(a) Streptomycin and Chloromycetin.
(b) Tetracycline and chloroamphenicol.
Name the macro-molecules that are chosen as drug targets.
Why should not medicines be taken without consulting doctors?
Name a substance which can be used as an antiseptic as well as disinfectant.
What are the main constitutents of dettol?
What is tincture of iodine? What is its use?
What are food preservatives?
Name the sweetening agent used in the preparation of sweet for a diabetic patient.
Why should not medicines be taken without consulting doctors?
Explain why sweetener is predicted to become great commercial success.
If water contains dissolved calcium bicarbonate, out of soaps and synthetic detergents which one will you use for cleaning clothes?
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