Pharmaceutics – Unit Operation Quiz Part – 1

This quiz has been specially designed to help you strengthen your understanding of Unit Operations in Pharmaceutics, with a focus on Size Reduction and Size Separation. These topics are not only part of your regular syllabus but also carry high weightage in your university exit examinations and various competitive pharmacy exams such as GPAT, NIPER, and Drug Inspector exams.

In this quiz, you will practice questions on:

  • Size Reduction: Definition, objectives, and working principles of hammer mill and ball mill. You will learn how these machines are constructed and how they function in reducing particle size.
  • Size Separation: Definition, objectives, and practical applications of powder classification as per Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) standards, along with equipment like cyclone separators and sieves.

👉 Why this quiz is helpful for you:

  1. It will strengthen your basics, making it easier to write descriptive answers in exams.
  2. It will help you remember principles and applications, which are commonly asked in viva-voce and practical exams.
  3. It will train you in MCQ-style practice, which is extremely useful for GPAT, NIPER, and other pharmacy entrance/competitive exams.
  4. The explanations provided will clear your doubts instantly, ensuring long-term retention of concepts.

So, attempt this quiz carefully. Treat every question as a revision for your exit exam and as a stepping stone toward your future pharmacy career.

Good luck, and let’s get started! 🚀