Prevention, Treatment, and Control of Disease (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Time Aboriginal medicinal knowledge developed
Time Aboriginal medicinal knowledge developed
Tens of thousands of years
Properties of tannins in Aboriginal medicine
Properties of tannins in Aboriginal medicine
Astringent and antimicrobial
Effects of alkaloids in plant medicines
Effects of alkaloids in plant medicines
Powerful medicinal effects
Poultice application method
Poultice application method
Crushed plant material applied directly to wounds/affected areas
Infusion preparation method
Infusion preparation method
Plant material mixed with water to create a drink
Purpose of animal fat in medicine preparations
Purpose of animal fat in medicine preparations
Increased fat solubility for better absorption into tissues
Bioactive compounds definition
Bioactive compounds definition
Natural chemicals with specific effects on biological systems
Moreton Bay Chestnut modern use
Moreton Bay Chestnut modern use
Alkaloids show promise in managing HIV/AIDS
Smokebush modern research applications
Smokebush modern research applications
Potential against cancer and HIV/AIDS
Indigenous IP rights status in Australia
Indigenous IP rights status in Australia
Not yet well supported