KVV E-Modules

1. Podophyllum hexandrum belongs to which family?

A: Solanaceae B: Berberidaceae C: Fabaceae D: Apiaceae

The biological source of Podophyllum consists of:

A: Leaves B: Flowers C: Dried rhizomes and roots D: Seeds

3. The plant is mainly found in which region?

A: Coastal plains B: Desert areas C: Himalayan regions D: Tropical forests

4. Ideal altitude range for growth of Podophyllum hexandrum is:

A: 0–500 m B: 500–1000 m C: 2000–4500 m D: 5000–6000 m

5. The major active constituent of Podophyllum hexandrum is:

A: Morphine B: Podophyllotoxin C: Quinine D: Reserpine

6. Podophyllotoxin is primarily used for:

A: Antibacterial activity B: Anticancer activity C: Antifungal activity D: Analgesic activity

7. Which of the following is a method of extraction of podophyllotoxin?

A: Distillation B: Soxhlet extraction C: Sublimation D: Fermentation

8. The cortex of Podophyllum rhizome contains:

A: Calcium oxalate crystals B: Oil globules C: Starch grains D: Resin ducts

9. Podophyllum peltatum is used as:

A: Adulterant B: Substitute C: Contaminant D: Synthetic drug

10. The Jelly test for Podophyllum involves reaction with:

A: HCl B: NaOH C: KOH D: NH4OH