Previous year MCQs

General science UPPSC 2001 GS-I
Question

Blank capsules used in dispensing are made of:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: gelatine

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “gelatine”.
The blank capsules used in dispensing medication are typically made of: (4) gelatine. Gelatine is a protein derived from collagen, a major component of animal connective tissues.

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