Core Concepts in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Drug Analysis
Pharmaceutical chemistry is a Branch of chemistry which deals with the study of organic chemistry (Molecules & Compound) In combination with structural & chemical biology & pharmacology for producing pharmaceutical drugs & medicines.
Scope of Pharmaceutical chemistry:
➢ Quality Assurance & Quality control (QA & QC):- Processes & standards that ensure quality of drug compounds. ➢ Drug Discovery: – Identifying compound, especially those that treat disease. ➢ Industry:
Essential Chemistry Reactions and English Tense Rules
Chemistry Fundamentals
Acids and Bases Classification
Acids (Based on Basicity)
- Monobasic: HCl, CH3COOH (Acetic Acid)
- Dibasic: H2SO4 (Sulfuric Acid)
- Tribasic: H3PO4 (Phosphoric Acid)
Acids (Based on Strength)
- Strong Acids: HCl, H2SO4, HNO3
- Weak Acids: CH3COOH, H2CO3 (Carbonic Acid), HCOOH (Formic Acid)
Bases (Based on Acidity)
- Monoacidic: NaOH, KOH, NH4OH (Ammonium Hydroxide)
- Diacidic: Mg(OH)2, Ca(OH)2, Fe(OH)2
- Triacidic: Fe(OH)3
Bases (Based on Strength)
- Strong Bases: KOH, Ba(OH)2 (Barium Hydroxide)
- Weak Bases:
Periodic Table Groups and Chemical Bonding Fundamentals
Periodic Table Groups and Electron Configuration
Main Groups of the Periodic Table
The elements are categorized into groups based on their chemical properties:
- Group 1: Alkali Metals (Tend to increase density and decrease the melting and boiling points down the group.)
- Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals
- Group 13: Boron Group (Boroideos)
- Group 14: Carbon Group (Carbonoideos)
- Group 15: Nitrogen Group (Nitrogenoideos)
- Group 16: Chalcogens
- Group 17: Halogens (Density, boiling points, and melting points increase
Technical Essentials: Water Types, Purification, and Energy Measurement
Common Types of Water
Water is categorized based on its source and treatment method:
- Tap Water: Typically treated for safety and potability by local municipalities.
- Mineral Water: Naturally sourced and contains minerals like calcium and magnesium.
- Spring Water: Comes from underground sources and may be untreated.
- Distilled Water: Purified through distillation, removing contaminants.
- Purified Water: Treated to remove impurities and often used in laboratories.
- Sparkling Water: Carbonated water with added
Core Science Concepts: Physics, Biology, Chemistry Review
Physics Concepts and Kinematics
Fundamental Physics Concepts
- Force: A push or pull that changes the motion of an object.
- Unit: Newton (N).
- Example: Pushing a shopping cart.
- Velocity: Speed in a given direction.
- Formula: v = d/t.
- Example: 20 m/s east.
- Speed vs. Velocity:
- Speed: How fast (scalar quantity, no direction).
- Velocity: Speed with direction (vector quantity).
- Example: Speed = 60 km/h, Velocity = 60 km/h north.
- Displacement: The straight-line distance and direction from start to finish.
- Example: Walk
Fundamental Scientific Techniques for Laboratory Success
Microscope Components and Functions
To effectively use a microscope, it’s essential to know its various parts and their roles:
- Eyepiece Lens: The lens at the top that you look through. They are usually 10X or 15X power.
- Tube: Connects the eyepiece to the objective lenses.
- Arm: Supports the tube and connects it to the base.
- Base: The bottom of the microscope, used for support.
- Illuminator: A steady light source used in place of a mirror. If your microscope has a mirror, it reflects light from an external
