Clear, brief description of why the experiment was done, justifying entire laboratory. (5 points)
What are phenolic compounds and what factors affect the biosynthesis of phenolic compounds in the plants? (3 points)
What is Solid Liquid Extraction (SLE)? Discuss the mechanism of SLE 5 points)
Define antioxidant activity and Discuss the antioxidant mechanism of phenolic compounds. (3 points)
Why decrease in particle size increases the extraction yield and reduces the extraction time during SLE of phenolic compounds? (3 points)
Why is Gallic acid standard used in the procedure for TPC quantification? Can we use other phenolic compound as a standard? (3 points)
What is the function of sodium carbonate in TPC quantification? Why DPPH was used to quantify antioxidant activity? (3 points)
