Industrial Pharmacy MCQs are very important for the preparation and achieving the goal to clear competitive exams in pharmacy. so based on that we have prepared a complete list of Industrial Pharmacy MCQs with answers that are already asked in many exams.

Industrial Pharmacy MCQs Topics:
- Unit 1 Preformulation Studies MCQ
- Unit 2 Tablets MCQ
- Unit 3 Capsules MCQ
- Unit 4 Parenteral Products MCQ
- Unit 5 Cosmetics MCQ
- Unit 5 Pharmaceutical Aerosols MCQ
- Unit 5 Packaging Material MCQ
Online Tests on Industrial Pharmacy MCQs will start from January 1st.
List of Industrial Pharmacy MCQs:
Industrial Pharmacy Tablets MCQs
1. Which one is called dosage form?
- Suspension
- Tablet
- Emulsion
- Solution
2. The multi-unit dosage form is
- Tablet
- Capsule
- Ointment
- All of the above
3. Which dosage form is exempted from the Disintegration Test?
- Conventional tablets
- Sugar-coated tablets
- Chewable tablets
- Enteric-coated tablet
4. Which one cannot be used as an oral tablet
- NSAIDs
- Proteins
- Antibiotics
- Hormones
5. The peak and valley effect is associated with the following products:
- Sustained Release dosage forms
- Large-volume parenteral products
- Conventional dosage forms
- All of the above
6. Which types of tablets can not be manufactured with API
- With a very short half-life
- Which is destroyed in GIT
- 1 & 2 both
- None of the above
7. Which types of dosage forms do not require water to intake?
- Conventional Tablets
- Chewable Tablets
- Effervescent Tablets
- All of the above
8. Wurster process is associated with
- Dry granulation
- Fluidized Bed Coating
- Sieving
- None of the above
9. According to USP, Sparingly soluble means the Parts of solvent required for one part of solute are
- 20-50
- 100-180
- 30-100
- Less than 1
10. At a specified temperature, the maximum qty. of solute that can dissolve in a qty. of solvent is known as
- Dissolution
- Diffusion
- Solubility
- Capacity
11. PH of the solution depends on which laws
- Henry’s Law
- HENDERSON-HASSELBALCH equation
- Charle’s law
- Dalton’s Law
12. Stability testing is done to
- To examine the shelf life of any product
- To determine the components used for packaging
- To examine the pre-formulation stage
- All of the above
13. Which of the following tablets is designed to prevent medicine absorption in the stomach?
- Film-coated tablet
- Enteric-coated tablet
- Sugar Coated tablet
- Chewable tablet
14. Which of the following tablets is also known as a ball’s-eye tablet?
- Sugar Coated tablet
- Inlay Tablet
- Chewable tablet
- Lozenges
15. Which of the following pills is dissolved below the tongue?
- Sublingual tablet
- Buccal tablet
- Lozenges
- Troches
Industrial Pharmacy Preformulation MCQs
16. The ratio of bulk volume to void volume is known as
- Tapped density
- Porosity
- Bulk density
- Granule volume
17. Hausner Ratio is
- Bulk density / Tapped density
- Tapped density / Bulk density
- Bulk volume / Void volume
- Void volume / Bulk volume
18. _ is the ratio of the mean residence time to the absorption time
- Dissolution number
- Absorption number
- Dose number
- Intrinsic dissolution
19. According to (BCS) System, Class II drugs have
- High solubility/High permeability
- Low solubility /High permeability
- High solubility /Low permeability
- Low solubility /Low permeability
20. Accelerated stability testing is done to
- Predict the shelf of the formulation
- Predict the dissociation constant
- Predict the diffusion constant
- Determine activation energy
21. Which of the following is not used as diluents?
- Lactose
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Calcium Carbonate
- Poly Vinyl Pyrrolidone
22. Tablets are coated to…..?
- To protect the tablets from the external environment
- To mask bitter tastes
- To make swallowing easier
- All of the above
23. Why tragacanth is not used as a binder because it…..
- Require large amounts
- Harden on storage
- is Incompatible with most drugs
- Suitable in warm conditions
24. Dried corn starch is mixed with granules for the purpose of
- Lubrication
- Disintegration
- Whiteness
- Binder
25. The adhesion of tablet material to the die wall is called
- Mottling
- Sticking
- Picking
- Capping
26. If the average weight of the tablet is 300mg, then the allowed weight variation is
- 10%
- 7.5%
- 5%
- 1%
27. The test used to determine the tablet’s resistance to abrasion is called as
- Hardness test
- Disintegration test
- Friability test
- None of the above
28. Specified disintegration time For sugar-coated tablets
- 5 minutes
- 30 minutes
- 60 minutes
- 120 minutes
29. Ordinary tablets possess a hardness of
- 3 kg/cm2
- 4.5 kg/cm2
- 5 kg/cm2
- 1 kg/cm2
30. Which of the following method preferably used for the manufacturing of Aspirin?
- Direct compression
- Wet granulation
- Dry granulation
- Both 1 & 3
31. Cam Guide tracks are used in compression machines for
- Feeding the granules
- Adjusting the shape
- Guiding movement of punches
- Compress the granules
32. In the Dry granulation process, slugging is carried out by
- Oscillating granulation
- Hammer mill
- Chilsonator roller compactor/compression machine
- Fluidized bed granulator
33. Subcoating is done on tablets
- To avoid deterioration due to microbial attack
- To Increase the size of the tablet
- To prevent solubility in an acidic medium
- To avoid stickiness
34. To get a stable emulsion phase volume ratio is
- 26/74
- 52/48
- 74/26
- 48/52
35. In an emulsion, the distribution of globules is not uniform in the emulsion. This stage is called
- Caking
- Creaming
- Breaking
- Coalescence
36. On a commercial scale, the emulsion is prepared by which methods
- Homogenization
- Dialysis
- Freezing
- Centrifugation
37. In the Dry gum method, a 4:2:1 ratio consists of
- oil, water, emulsifier
- water, oil, emulsifier
- emulsifier, water, emulsifier
- oil, emulsifier, water
38. The dry Gum Method is also known as
- Continental method.
- English method
- Bottle method
- Forbe’s method
39. Draughts contain
- 1-3 doses
- 5 doses
- 10 doses
- 7 doses
40. The Ball growth phase is also known as
- Coalescence phase
- Abrasion transfer phase
- Layering phase
- Nucleation phase
41. Which of the following does not involve in the pelletization process?
- Agitation
- Compaction
- Sieving
- Globulation
42. The process of converting a liquid droplet into a solid spherical particle using liquid nitrogen is known as
- Peptization
- Cryopelletization
- Microencapsulation
- Spheronization
43. Which of the following can be used as a solvent for parenteral Preparation
- PEG 400
- Dimethyl acetamide
- Benzyl benzoate
- All of the above
44. An injection given directly into an artery is called as
- Inter-arterial
- Intra-arterial
- Extra arterial
- Intravenous
45. Which of the following is a sweet, sticky preparation with medicaments to exert a local action on the mucous membrane of the throat
- Draught
- Lotion
- Linctus
- Liniment
46. Which of the following are the desired features of good suspension:
- The particles which settle down should not deposit at the bottom as hard cake and are easy to suspend on shaking.
- It should be free from grittiness.
- It should be stable in case of physical-chemical and microbial attacks.
- All of the above
47. The Ratio of the ultimate volume of sediment to the actual volume of sediment before settling is called
- Degree of flocculation
- Sedimentation volume
- Emulsification volume
- Phase volume ratio
48. The ability of a substance dissolves in a given solvent depends on
- The nature and strength of the forces in the solute
- the Nature and intensity of the forces present in the solvent
- Solute-Solvent Interaction
- All of the above
49. Dimethyl acetamide is not been used as a co-solvent in oral liquids
- Due to objectionable odor
- Due to objectionable taste
- Both 1 and 2
- None of the above
Industrial Pharmacy Capsules MCQs
50. Which of the following is a type of capsule
- Hard gelatine
- Soft gelatine
- Layered capsule
- Both 1 and 2
51. The smallest size of the capsule most widely used is
- 0
- 5
- 2
- 000
52. Erweka KEA is used in capsule manufacturing for
- As weighing machine
- To fill pellets into capsules
- For dusting and polishing of capsules
- To remove unfilled or unjoined joined capsule
53. Capsule no “0” has a capacity of
- 250 mg
- 450 mg
- 350 mg
- 650 mg
54. Sulfur dioxide is used in gelatine preparation to
- As a coloring agent
- To prevent decomposition
- To reduce bitterness
- All of the above
55. The isoelectric point of Type A gelatine is
- 10
- Between 7 and 9
- Between 4.7 and 5.3
- Between 12 and 15
56. The disintegration time of the soft gelatin capsule is
- 15 minutes
- 60 minutes
- 30 minute
- 5 minute
57. Basic empty capsule shells are made from a mixture of
- Sugar
- Water
- Gelatine
- All of the above
58. Which of the following is used as a stabilizer in parenteral dosage form?
- Acetates
- Tetrasodium edentate
- Creatinine
- Benzyl alcohol
59. The most commonly used antimicrobial agent for intraperitoneal dialysis fluid is
- Chlorocresol
- Benzalkonium chloride
- Alcohol
- None of the above
60. Which of the following are the states of the nucleation phase?
- Pendular
- Funicular
- Capillary
- All of the above
61. Vehicle for parenteral preparation which also possesses antioxidant activity
- Ethanol
- Olive oil
- Sesame oil
- Cotton seed oil
62. Which of the following is used as Bulking agent for parenteral preparations
- Carbolic acid
- Sorbitol
- Benzyl alcohol
- Benzoic acid
63. Thiomersal is used in parenteral products as
- Buffer
- Antimicrobial agent
- Antioxidant
- Chelating agent
64. The pyrogenic activity of pyrogens is associated with
- 0-antigenic side chain
- Lipid A portion
- Central polysaccharide
- All of the above
65. How much concentration of Benzalkonium chloride is used as a preservative in eye drops?
- 10% w/v
- 0.01% w/v
- 0.05% w/v
- 1% w/v
66. The direction “To be used within 30 days after first opening.” is given for __
- Suppositories
- Mixture
- Eye drops
- Paste
67. In eye drops, a thickening agent is used to
- Wash eyes
- Prolong contact with the eye
- Lubricate contact lenses
- None of these
68. The concentration of solids in ophthalmic suspension should be
- Less than 30%
- Less than 10%
- Less than 5%
- Less than 15%
69. Which of the following is used as a vehicle in ophthalmic drops
- Methanol
- Ethanol
- Isopropyl alcohol
- Boric acid
70. Which of the following is used as a preservative in ophthalmic preparations?
- Phenol
- Benzalkonium chloride
- Benzoic acid
- Chlorocresol
Industrial Pharmacy MCQs for Cosmetic
71. The role of Zinc pyridinium thiol N-oxide in shampoos as
- Surfactant
- Conditioning agent
- Anti-dandruff agent
- Preservative
72. This is not true for a good lipstick
- b) It should be smooth and easy to apply
- a) It should melt at body temperature
- c) It should have a high retention of color
- d) It should have a pleasant odor and test
73. Which of the following mainly contains Titanium dioxide
- Cold cream
- Suncream
- Moisturizing cream
- All of the above
74. Which of the following ingredient in vanishing cream is used for giving a white shining appearance
- Beeswax
- Stearic acid
- Borax
- Potassium hydroxide
75. Which of the following in the vanishing cream is used for its emollient effect
- Stearic acid
- KOH
- Cetyl alcohol
- Glycerin
76. The %age of the oily phase in vanishing cream is
- 50-55 %
- 40-60 %
- 20-25 %
- 10-15 %
77. The texture of Vanishing Creams depends on
- The amount of stearic acid
- The number of Surfactants
- The amount of stearic acid & alkali
- The amount of Alkali
78. Which of the following is the most effective sunscreen?
- PABA
- Titanium dioxide
- Ferric oxide
- Menthyl salicylate
79. 4-methyl-7-diethylamine coumarin is used as _ _ in shampoo
- Conditioning agent
- Pearlescent agent
- Surfactants
- Sequestrants
80. Which of the following propellant used for topical pharmaceutical aerosols?
- Trichloro mono fluoro methane
- Propane
- Dichloro difluoro methane
- Dichloro tetra fluoro ethane
81. Which apparatus is used to determine the flash point of aerosol products
- Coulter counter
- Tag open-cup apparatus
- Rheometer
- Osmometer
82. The size of suspended particles in aerosol products ideally ranges from
- 2-4 u
- 20-25 u
- 0.5-4 u
- 150-200 u
83. Storage condition for pharm aerosol is
- Below 90°F
- Below 120°F
- Below 10°F
- Below 100°F
84. The Vapour pressure of propellant for aerosol is calculated from
- Boyle’s law
- Fick’s law
- Dalton’s law
- Stoke’s law
85. Functioning of the actuator is
- Convey liquid from the bottom
- Ease the opening and close the valve
- Propel the content
- Non of these
86. The term PSIG in reference to aerosols means
- Propellant safety in glass
- Pounds per square inch gauge
- Per square inch of glass
- Atmospheric pressure
87. The Dip tube of the aerosol container is made from
- Polypropylene
- Glass
- Stainless steel
- Aluminium
88. In aerosol regulation of dose is concerned with
- Propellant
- Actuator
- Metered valve
- Dip tube
89. Which one of the following devices is used to increase the efficiency of drug delivery via aerosols
- Metered valve
- Tube spacer
- Actuator
- Pressure valve
90. The container used to protect the product from contamination and as well as from loss of contents during use is called
- Airtight containers
- Well-closed containers
- Light-resistance containers
- Multiple-dose containers
91. Type III glass is also known as
- General-purpose soda lime glass
- Soda-lime glass
- Borosilicate glass
- Treated Soda Lime glass
92. Which of the following is used as Vulcanizing agent in the manufacture of rubber closure?
- Activated carbon black
- Talc
- Sulphur
- Stearic acid
93. The package composed of a base layer having cavities that hold the pharmaceutical product and a lid is called
- Strip Package
- Child-resistant package
- Blister Package
- Well-closed package
94. The unequal distribution of color on the surface of the tablet is called
- Weight Variation
- Capping
- Mottling
- Picking
95. Tablets are placed under the tongue where they dissolve and disintegrate
- Enteric-coated tablet
- Dispersible tablet
- Chewable tablet
- Sublingual tablet
96. According to BCS classification, the drugs having low solubility and high permeability are classified in
- Class I
- Class II
- Class III
- Class IV
97. A compound having Hausner’s ratio of less than 1.25 indicates
- Poor flow
- Excellent flow
- Good flow
- High flow
98. is the ratio of the mean residence time to the absorption time
- Dissolution number
- Absorption number
- Dose number
- Intrinsic dissolution
99. Which of the following is not used as diluents?
- Lactose
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Poly Vinyl Pyrrolidone
- Calcium Carbonate
100. Disintegration time for film-coated tablets is
- 15 min.
- 30 min.
- 5 min.
- 120 min.
101. The dry gum method is also known as
- English method
- Continental method
- Bottle method
- Forbes method
102. Powders having carr’s index(%) >40 show ..
- Excellent flow
- Good flow
- Very very poor flow
- Passable flow
103. According to IP, the limit of wt. variation for tablets having avg. wt. less than 80 mg is
- 7.5%
- 10%
- 5%
- 15%
104. The powder flow is said to be excellent if the angle of repose (in degrees) is
- 31-35
- 36-40
- < 25
- > 40
105. Hausner’s Ratio is
- Bulk density/ Tapped density
- Tapped density/ Bulk density
- Bulk density/ Void density
- Void density/ Bulk density
106. Bull’s- eye tablet is

- Layered tablets
- Inlay tablets
- Compression-coated tablet
- None of the above
107. For sugar-coated tablets, the specified disintegration time is
- 15 min.
- 60 min.
- 30 min.
- 120 min.
108. On a commercial scale, emulsions are prepared by
- Centrifugation
- Homogenization
- Dialysis
- Freezing
109. Apparatus used for the evaluation of tablet friability
- Monsanto tester
- Roche friabilator
- Disintegration apparatus
- Rotary tablet press
110. Following is the method of particle size measurement
- Compressibility
- Sieving
- Hygroscopicity
- Bioavailability
111. the pH of the solution depends on
- Henty’s law
- Henderson-Hasselbalch equation
- Charle’s law
- Dalton’s law
112. Soft gelatin capsules consist of
- Body and cap
- Single Piece (no cap and body)
- Both 1 & 2
- None of the above
113.……… is a defect in which the film of a tablet becomes dull or hazed after a prolonged period of storage
- Chipping
- Blushing
- Blooming
- Blistering
114. Which of the following method preferably prepared for the manufacturing of aspirin?
- Direct Compression
- Dry granulation
- Wet granulation
- Both a & c
115. Which one of the following is not a route of administration?
- Intravenous (IV)
- Oral
- Dissolution
- Topical
116. tablet bypassing through the stomach and disintegrating in the intestine
- Buccal tablet
- Enteric-coated tablet
- Effervescent tablets
- Vaginal tablets
117. Which of the following is used as a vulcanizing agent in the manufacture of rubber closure?
- Activated carbon black
- Sulphur
- Talc
- Stearic acid
118. Type Ill glass is also known as
- General-purpose soda lime glass
- Soda-lime glass
- Borosilicate glass
- Treated soda lime glass
119. The term PSIG in reference to aerosols means
- Propellant safety in glass
- Pound per square inch gauge
- per square inch of glass
- Atmospheric pressure
Industrial Pharmacy Parenteral MCQs
120. Which of the following dosage form is having maximum bioavailability?
- Tablet
- Parenteral
- Emulsion
- None of the above
121. The parenteral dosage form must be
- Sterile
- Clear
- Isotonic
- All the above
122. The usual volume for an intrathecal route of administration is
- 0.5-2 ml
- 1-4 ml
- 2-5 ml
- 5-10 ml
123. pKa for basic drugs ranges from…
- 3-7.5
- 7-8.5
- 7-11
- 11-13
124. X-ray powder diffractometry of amorphous form gives……
- Sharp peak
- Diffused peak
- Both sharp/diffused
- None of the above
125. Co- solvents can be used to is to improve….
- Dielectric constant
- Solubility
- pKa
- pH
126. Chemical modification can be used to improve-
- Solubility
- Optical activity
- Solvate formation
- None
127. Benzalkonium chloride is generally used as
- Antioxidant
- Preservative
- Surfactant
- Solubilizing agent
128. Distillation is one of the methods of preparation of –
- WFI
- Solution
- Emulsion
- None
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