FACULTY OF PHARMACY
B. Pharmacy 2/4 I-Semester (Suppl) Examination, April 2018
Subject: Pharmaceutical 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. 14
OR
Give an account of the role of ferrous metals and their alloys as materials of plant
construction. 14
What are manometers? Derive an equation used to measure pressure difference
using differential manometers. 7
Write a note on
Shell and tube Heat exchanger.
OR
Describe the construction and working of Disc meter and current meter. 7
What are steam traps? Describe any one in detail. 7
What is the principle of pneumatic conveying? Describe the construction and
working of it. 14
OR
Classify centrifugal pumps and explain their characteristic features. Write
applications advantage and limitations of centrifugal pumps. 14
Define the following
Absolute Humidity ii) Relative Humidity iii) Dew Point 6
Describe a refrigeration system using compressor with a neat labeled diagram 8
OR
Write a note on 7
Brine system ii) Refrigeration load.
Describe the methods employed for Dehumidification of air. Explain the significance
of dehumidification in pharmacy. 7
What are edge filters? Describe any one in detail. 3+4
Write a note on 7
Laboratory centrifuges
ii) Vertical Solid bowl centrifuge.
OR
Describe the design, working and applications of horizontal centrifuge. 7
Write a note on membrane filters. 7