Particle Size and Stability

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Which factor is affected by a decrease in particle size, resulting in a longer shelf life and less waste?

  • Stability (correct)
  • Adsorption capacity
  • Extraction & Drying
  • Uniformity

What does a smaller particle size result in, in terms of adsorption capacity?

  • No effect on adsorption
  • More opportunities for adsorption (correct)
  • Decreased adsorption capacity
  • Less opportunities for adsorption

Which process benefits from a decrease in particle size due to an increase in contact surface area?

  • Stability
  • Flow properties
  • Extraction & Drying (correct)
  • Spreadability & Performance

What effect does a larger particle size distribution have on spreadability and performance?

<p>Lower effect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the dissolution rate as the particle size decreases?

<p>It increases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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