MCQ Of Tablet Compression Section Of OSD Production

MCQ of Tablet Compression Section

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#1. What is the primary purpose of tablet compression in OSD (Oral Solid Dosage) production in a pharmaceutical plant?

a) To mix the ingredients for tablet formulation

b) To coat the tablets with a protective layer

c) To compress and shape the granulated material into tablets

d) To package the tablets for distribution

#2. Tablet compression is a crucial step in OSD production as it ensures:

a) Controlled release of the active ingredient

b) Proper blending of excipients

c) Maximum shelf life of tablets

d) Uniformity in tablet weight and dosage

#3. Which type of tablet compression machine uses a pair of punches to compress the granulated material?

a) Rotary tablet press

b) Single-station tablet press

c) Bilayer tablet press

d) Roll compactor

#4. In tablet compression, "dwell time" refers to:

a) The time it takes for the tablet to dissolve in the stomach

b) The duration of compression force applied to the granules

c) The time taken to inspect the tablets for defects

d) The period during which tablets are coated with a film

#5. Which of the following factors can affect tablet compression process and quality?

a) Packaging material color

b) Ambient temperature

c) Raw material source

d) Light intensity in the production area

#6. Which tablet compression method is used to create layered tablets with different drug release profiles?

a) Multi-tip tooling compression

b) Single-tip tooling compression

c) Bilayer compression

d) Direct compression

#7. What is the function of lubricants during tablet compression?

a) To improve tablet appearance

b) To enhance the tablet's taste

c) To reduce friction between the granules and punches

d) To increase the tablet's shelf life

#8. Which tablet compression tooling shape is commonly used for round tablets?

a) Oval

b) Capsule

c) Diamond

d) Round

#9. Which of the following tablet defects can result from inadequate compression force during tablet compression?

a) Lamination

b) Picking

c) Chipping

d) Capping

#10. The pre-compression step in tablet compression involves:

a) Adding binders to the granules

b) Adjusting the tablet press speed

c) Applying a protective coating on the tablets

d) Applying a light initial compression force to the granules

#11. The "dust extraction system" in tablet compression equipment is used to:

a) Remove excess lubricants from the tablets

b) Remove dust and particles from the production area

c) Improve tablet disintegration time

d) Enhance tablet hardness

#12. Which tablet compression parameter helps determine the strength and hardness of the tablet?

a) Weight variation

b) Friability

c) Disintegration time

d) Crushing strength

#13. Which type of tablet compression machine uses a pair of punches to compress the granulated material?

a) Bilayer tablet press

b) Single-station tablet press

c) Rotary tablet press

d) Roll compactor

#14. In a tablet compression machine, what is the purpose of the feeder?

a) To mix the ingredients for tablet formulation

b) To regulate the compression force

c) To deliver the granulated material to the die cavity

d) To coat the tablets with a film layer

#15. During tablet compression, the upper and lower punches:

a) Rotate to mix the granules

b) Apply force to compress the granules into tablets

c) Coat the tablets with a protective film

d) Inspect the tablets for defects

#16. Which component of a tablet compression machine is responsible for ejection of the finished tablets?

a) Hopper

b) Feeder

c) Turret

d) Cam track

#17. Which tablet compression method is used to create layered tablets with different drug release profiles?

a) Multi-tip tooling compression

b) Direct compression

c) Bilayer compression

d) Single-tip tooling compression

#18. The pre-compression step in tablet compression involves:

a) Adding binders to the granules

b) Adjusting the tablet press speed

c) Applying a protective coating on the tablets

d) Applying a light initial compression force to the granules

#19. The turret speed in a tablet compression machine determines:

a) The weight of the tablets

b) The hardness of the tablets

c) The rate of tablet production

d) The shape of the tablets

#20. What is the purpose of the die cavity in a tablet compression machine?

a) To hold the upper punch in place

b) To store the finished tablets before packaging

c) To regulate the tablet hardness

d) To shape the granulated material into tablets

#21. What is the role of the control panel in a tablet compression machine?

a) To store the finished tablets before packaging

b) To adjust the tablet press speed

c) To regulate the temperature in the production area

d) To monitor and control various parameters of the compression process

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