PHAN LAB MID 2

Question 1

Based on compressing tablets between two jaws
via a spring gauge and screw

Answer 1

Monsanto (Stokes) hardness tester

Question 2

Vertically mounted tablet was squeezed in a device that resembles a pair of pliers

Answer 2

Pfizer hardness tester

Question 3

The breaking load was applied through the action of a small hydraulic pump that was first operated
manually but was later motorized.

Answer 3

Strong-Cobb hardness tester

Question 4

Also known as “Heberlein Tablet ,Hardness
tester.” It is an automated tablet hardness testing
device. Requires electrical power

Answer 4

Schleuniger table hardness tester

Question 5

LIMITS in TABLET BREAKING FORCE DETERMINATION

Answer 5

Oral tablets: 4 to 10 kg
Hypodermic and chewable: 3 kg
Some sustained release: 10 – 20 kg

Question 6

Also known as the ”Drop” test or abrasion.

Answer 6

TABLET FRIABILITY TEST

Question 7

The tablets undergo shock as they fall ___ inches on
each turn.

Answer 7

6 inches

Question 8

What are the Tablet Processing Problems

Answer 8

Capping and lamination
Picking and sticking
Tablet mottling