Granulaatti

Granulaatti is a Finnish term often referring to a type of small, granular material or a process that creates such material. The word itself is derived from "granula," meaning grain or particle. In a culinary context, granulaatti can describe small, often baked or fried, pieces of food, such as cereal grains or dough. For example, it might be used to refer to granola or small pasta shapes.

Beyond food, granulaatti can also describe the physical state of certain substances. In industrial or manufacturing settings, it might denote a material that has been processed into small, uniform particles for easier handling, mixing, or application. This could include plastics, chemicals, or even certain types of soil or mineral aggregates. The process of creating granulaatti, known as granulation, involves agglomerating smaller particles into larger, more manageable granules. This can be achieved through various methods, including wet granulation, dry granulation, or extrusion. The purpose of granulation is often to improve flowability, reduce dust, or enhance the dissolution rate of a substance.