FACULTY OF PHARMACY
B. Pharmacy 2/4 I-Semester (Non-CBCS) (Backlog) Examination, November 2018
Subject Pharmaceuticals Engineering I
Time 3 Hours Max. Marks:
70
Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1 Discuss the factors to be considered in the selection of materials for
pharmaceutical plant construction.
What is galvanic corrosion and explain how it can be prevented.
OR
Describe the terms steady and unsteady state with suitable example.
Discuss the important properties, sues of Aluminium and its alloys in
pharmaceutical industry.
2 What is a manometer? Derive an equation applicable for differential
manometer.
Describe the construction, advantages, and disadvantages of any one heat
exchanger.
OR
Compare orifice meter with a venture meter.
Write a note on Steam trap condensers
3 With a neat sketch, describe the design and operation of any one type of
reciprocating pump.
Name the different devices used for the transportation of solids. Describe
pneumatic conveyor.
OR
Explain about the centrifugal pump theory.
Describe the design and working of different types of fans used for the
transportation of gases.
4 Explain the various methods used for the determination of humidity.
With a neat sketch explain the refrigeration system using compressor.
OR
Discuss the factors that determine the refrigeration load in pharmaceutical
plant.
Describe the construction and working of Air condition with neat labelled
diagram.
5 Write Kozeny equation for filtration explaining the symbols used. What are
the limitations of Kozeny's equation.
Give the construction, working and uses of horizontal centrifuge.
OR
Describe the construction, working and uses of streamline filters.
Discuss the construction and working of a perforated basket centrifuge.