Homeopathy Techniques 2

Question 1

In homeopathy, what is the term for the process of repeated dilution combined with vigorous shaking?

Accepted Answer

Succussion and potentization

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Titration

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Decoction

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Maceration

Question 2

What does the abbreviation '30C' indicate about a homeopathic remedy?

Accepted Answer

30 centesimal dilutions (1:100 each)

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30 grams of active substance

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30 drops per dose

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30 decimal dilutions

Question 3

Which technique is used to prepare remedies from insoluble substances like gold or silica?

Accepted Answer

Trituration

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Infusion

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Distillation

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Fermentation

Question 4

On the decimal (X or D) scale, what is the dilution ratio at each step?

Accepted Answer

1:10

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1:100

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1:1000

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1:50000

Question 5

What is the starting material called from which a homeopathic remedy is first prepared?

Accepted Answer

Mother tincture

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Placebo base

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Carrier oil

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Excipient

Question 6

Which liquid is most commonly used as the vehicle for succussing liquid homeopathic dilutions?

Accepted Answer

Water-alcohol mixture

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Pure glycerin

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Mineral oil

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Saline solution

Question 7

What form are homeopathic remedies typically dispensed in for oral self-administration?

Accepted Answer

Sugar (sucrose/lactose) pellets

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Gelatin capsules

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Effervescent tablets

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Enteric-coated pills