Particle Size Distribution & Analysis Introduction
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What is the surface diameter of a particle?

  • The diameter of a sphere with the same sedimentation rate as the particle
  • The diameter of a sphere with the same volume as the particle
  • The average diameter of particles in a powder sample
  • The diameter of a sphere with the same surface area as the particle (correct)
  • Which type of diameter is used when analyzing powders used for suspension?

  • Surface diameter
  • Average diameter
  • Sedimentation diameter (correct)
  • Volume diameter
  • In microscopy, what is the optical size range for particle size analysis?

  • 0.01-1 µm
  • 0.5-100 µm (correct)
  • 1-10 µm
  • 10-50 µm
  • What method is used to determine the particle size range through electronic means?

    <p>Electronic determination of PS (Coulter counter)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose for using stoke's diameter in particle size analysis?

    <p>Measuring sedimentation rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When analyzing powders for pharmacological action after dissolution and absorption, which diameter is typically used?

    <p>Volume diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sedimentation diameter used to describe in particle size analysis?

    <p>Sedimentation rate of a particle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In microscopy for particle size analysis, how is the sample prepared?

    <p>Prepared as a slurry in a liquid dispersion medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the type of expressed diameter used in particle size analysis?

    <p>The method used to determine the diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does volume diameter represent in particle size analysis?

    <p>The size of a sphere with the same volume as a particle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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