THE TAMIL NADU DR. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
(LO 2037) MARCH 2019 Sub. Code: 2037
B.PHARM. DEGREE EXAMINATION
PCI Regulation SEMESTER III
PAPER IV PHARMACEUTICAL ENGINEERING
Q.P. Code: 562037
Time: Three hours Maximum: 75 Marks
I. Elaborate on: Answer any TWO questions. x 10 20)
1. Describe the construction, working principle, efficiency, merits and demerits of
Fractional distillation.
2. Discuss in detail Ball Mill.
3. Write about the principle, construction, working and application of Freeze dryer.
II. Write notes on: Answer any SEVEN questions. x 5 35)
1. Describe various types of iron as material of construction.
2. Cyclone Separator.
3. Factors affecting size reduction.
4. Sigma blade Mixer.
5. Describe with a diagram 'Venturimeter'.
6. Forced circulation evaporator.
7. Different Sources of heat.
8. Bernoulli's Theorem.
9. Filter leaf.
III. Short answers on: Answer ALL questions. (10 x 2 20)
1. Convection.
2. Heat interchangers.
3. Applications of size separation.
4. Centrifugation.
5. What are the standard for sieves?
6. Advantages of plastics.
7. Filter aids.
8. Define Corrosion.
9. Calandria.
10. Double cone blender.