Practice Target Identification and Validation - 13.1.1 | Chapter 13: Option D – Medicinal Chemistry | IB Grade 12-Chemistry
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Question 1

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What is meant by 'target identification' in drug development?

💡 Hint: Consider what part of a biological system may cause a disease.

Question 2

Easy

Define target validation.

💡 Hint: Think about ensuring that our targeted approach will work.

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Question 1

What defines a biological target?

  • A specific compound used in synthesis.
  • A protein or nucleic acid linked to a disease.
  • A regulatory body overseeing drug tests.

💡 Hint: Think about what scientists aim to modify in drug therapy.

Question 2

True or False: Target validation confirms the effectiveness of a drug without needing experimental evidence.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how scientific methods underpin validation.

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Question 1

Discuss the broader implications if a widely used medication was based on an invalidated target. What might occur in patient outcomes?

💡 Hint: Consider the ethics involved in drug approvals and patient safety.

Question 2

Describe a methodology you would propose for conducting target validation. Include steps and considerations.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the experiments commonly used in pharmacology.

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