Assignment UNIT - 16

CHEMISTRY IN EVERYDAY LIFE

Q-1

What are antacids? List some of the compounds which are used as antacids.

Q-2

What are antihistamines? Give examples.

Q-3

What are tranquilizers and hypnotics? Give examples.

Q-4

What are antibiotics? Name the first antibiotic discovered.

Q-5

What are broad spectrum antibiotics? Give three examples.

Q-6

Define and explain the following terms:

(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)

Antipyretics
Narcotics
Anaesthetics
Analgesic

Q-7

Name a substance that can be used as an antiseptic as well as disinfectant.

Q-8

Describe the following with suitable examples:

(i)
(ii)

Q-9

Food preservatives
Edible colors

What is an artificial sweetener? Name any two artificial sweeteners.

Q-10 What are biodegradable and non-biodegradable detergents?

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Ajmal Hasan
XII A, B & C
DPS Indira Nagar,Lko

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