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List two major classes of antibiotics with an example of each class.

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Narrow spectrum : Penicillin.
Wide spectrum: Chloramphenicol
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ICSE-CHEMISTRY IN EVERYDAY LIFE-EXERCISE (PART - II (DESCRIPTIVE QUESTIONS))
  1. What type of drug is chloramphenicol ?

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  2. Give an example of sulfa drug.

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  3. Define a tranquillizer.

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  4. Write the formula and IUPAC name of aspirin. Why it should not be take...

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  5. Mention two important uses of sulfanilic acid.

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  6. Name one medicinal compound each that is used to treat hypertension.

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  7. Name one medicinal compound each that is used to treat general body pa...

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  8. State an example and function of the following: wide spectrum antibiot...

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  9. Why is biothional added to toilet soap ?

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  10. Give an example of narcotic which is used as an analgesic.

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  11. List two major classes of antibiotics with an example of each class.

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  12. What are antiseptics ? Give an example.

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  13. Define tranquillizers and give one example.

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  14. Soap is a weak antiseptic. What may be added to soaps to improve its a...

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  15. Describe and illustrate with an example, a detergent.

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  16. Describe the following, giving a suitable example: Antioxidants

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  17. Name a food preservative which is most commonly used by food producers...

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  18. What is the cause of a feeling of depression in human beings ? Name a ...

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  19. What is meant by narrow spectrum antibiotics?

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  20. Why is use of aspartame limited to cold foods and soft drinks?

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