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1
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Which of the following species is rich in anthroquinones?

A

Aloe Vera

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2
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Yellow gentian (gentiana lutea) is useful in the treatment of heartburn due to its:

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highly bitter constituents

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3
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The proteolytic enzymes papain and bromelain are useful in speeding up the process of childbirth

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false

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4
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Papaverine is a useful oral therapy for treating erectile dysfunction in men

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false

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5
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There is a large herbal market for the sale of the fruits of ___, a palm that grows in south florida, and which is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia

A

serenoa repens

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6
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Which of the following alkaloids are used in the treatment of glaucoma?

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physostigmine and pilocarpine

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7
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While ear infections often require antibiotic therapy, the oils from these plants can be used to offer some relief by softening earwax prior to cerumen removal

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olea europea, prunus amygdalis

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8
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Which class of compounds is responsible for the phytoestrogen properties of plants like soy and red clover?

A

Isoflavones

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9
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_________ is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia in men

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Serenoa Repens

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10
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Dracontomelon Dao, or DD nut, is used in teeth blackening practices

A

true

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11
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The most commonly used form of miswak stick is from the following plant

A

salvadora persica

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12
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Which of the following are used for chewing sticks to prevent plaque buildup by mechanical cleaning

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azadirachta indica, zanthoxylan spp, salatora persica

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13
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Identify the genus of mesoamerican trees from which chicle is obtained

A

manilkara spp

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14
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The process by which teeth are blackened involves rubbing plant ash and iron on the teeth in a single application session once each year

A

false

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15
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Which of the following is an NSAID?

A

salicin

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16
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Which of the following plants has shown promise in clinical trials for the treatment of rheumatic conditions and lower back pain, however, the mechanism of action is still unknown?

A

harpagophytum procumbens

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17
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The latex of this species is rich in proteolytic enzymes

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carica papaya

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18
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Which of these plants is the source of morphine and papaverine?

A

Papaver somniferum

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19
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_____ is an alkaloid of erythoxum coca commonly used in the past as a topical anesthetic for the nose, throat, eye and larynx

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cocaine

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20
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Which crop do communities in NE albania bury in trenches lined with straw for the winter?

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potatoes

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21
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_________ is the right of people to healthy and culturally appropriate food produced through ecologically sound and sustainable methods, and their right to define their own food and agriculture systems

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food sovereignity

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22
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_______ fermentation is commonly used in the balkans to preserve a variety of foods, from yoghurt tomatoes and peppers

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lactic acid

23
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although not native to the island of panteleria, this species has a variety of interesting uses, ranging from food, to hunting and even a medicine for UTIs

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Opuntia ficus-indica

24
Q

This term describes the science of fermented food production that incorporates known starter culture organisms

A

zymology

25
Q

Secure land rights for indigenous peoples can produce significant social, environmental and economic benefits for local communities and society at large

A

True

26
Q

Shultes first went to the amazon with the job of identifying sources of ____ being used by local indigenous people for hunting

A

curare

27
Q

One of the success stories of the amazon conservation team is their ____ program

A

shaman’s apprentice

28
Q

The practice of shamanism in the amazon is still widely practiced and there is a strong tradition of training new apprentices

A

false

29
Q

Prunus africana is harvested following strict guidance for sustainable product extraction

A

false

30
Q

A case study on the sustainable cultivation of prunus africanus was undertaken in this country

A

Cameroon

31
Q

Which condition is Prunus africanus used to treat?

A

Benign prostatic hyperplasia

32
Q

Prunus africana is a member of this botanical family

A

Rosaceae

33
Q

Which tissue of P. Africana is harvested for the dietary supplement industry?

A

Bark

34
Q

Which plant in tibetan medicine is known for its activity in treating various cancers?

A

stellera chamaejasme

35
Q

Which tastes in tibetan medicine are indicated in treating rlung disorders?

A

sweet, sour, salty, spicy

36
Q

Which of the following are bitter tastes in tibetan medicine?

A

aconitum heterophyllum, picrorhiza kurroa

37
Q

Which plant in Tibetan medicine is known for its activity in treating diabetes?

A

Phyllanthus emblica

38
Q

Which of the following are sour tastes in Tibetan medicine?

A

Punica granatum, phyllanthus emblica, hippophae tibetana

39
Q

Which psychoactive plant is used extensively as a stimulant chew in arabia and east africa?

A

Catha edulis

40
Q

Piper methysticum, Kava, is used as a stimulant in traditional polynesian ceremonies

A

false

41
Q

Coffee (coffea arabica) was once used as a panacea or cure all, in europe

A

true

42
Q

Khat (catha edulis) is a plant that is commonly used as a stimulant in the amazon region

A

false

43
Q

Many stimulant and depressant plants play important roles in human social behavior

A

true

44
Q

Overconsumption of a beverage derived from this plant can lead to hallcinations and distorted (yellow-colored) vision

A

wormwood

45
Q

Which of the following species serves as a key ingredient in the hallucinogenic drink known as ayahuasca

A

banisteriopsis caapi

46
Q

Coca leaves are regularly chewed by indigenous people of the andes for their hallucinogenic properties

A

false

47
Q

Hallucinogenic properties of tryptomine derivatives can be enhanced through the addition of MAOIs

A

true

48
Q

Which of the following plants exert hallucinogenic effects via acetylcholine depression pathways

A

datura

49
Q

Valerian is rich in monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, and alkaloids

A

true

50
Q

The opiate alkaloids morphine and nicotine are derived from papaver somniferum

A

false

51
Q

water extractions of kava have shown liver toxicity, resulting in its use being restricted in europe

A

false

52
Q

This plant has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of insomnia, excitiability and neuralgia

A

hops

53
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Kavalactones found in piper methysticum are responsible for the plant’s muscle relaxant activity

A

true

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