Chemistry 255 Quiz on Analytical Chemistry key
(4) 1. Briefly describe how an expiration date is determined.
the drug is tested at timed intervals for identity and potency and it is determined when the
decay begins
(2) 2. Give two analytical techniques used to determine identity of an API.
NMR, IR, GCMS, LCMS, UVVIS
(2) 3. What is "robustness" of an analytical technique?
that the technique can be used anywhere on other instruments in other labs
(2) 4. Give two tests that are typically done for an injectible that are not done for an oral
formulation.
pyrogens and bioburden (bacteria)