granululaat

Granululaat is a term used in various scientific and industrial contexts, often referring to a granular or pelletized form of a substance. In geology, it can describe a fine-grained volcanic rock composed of small, pea-sized fragments. These fragments are typically pyroclastic material ejected during an eruption, which cools and solidifies into small, rounded or irregular grains. The composition of granululaat in this geological sense can vary depending on the volcanic activity.

In the field of pharmaceuticals and chemistry, granululaat refers to a powder that has been processed into small, free-flowing granules. This granulation process is often employed to improve the handling properties of a powder, such as its flowability, compressibility, and dissolution rate. For instance, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are frequently granulated to facilitate tablet manufacturing or to ensure a more uniform dosage. The granules themselves can be formed through various methods, including wet granulation, dry granulation, or spray drying, depending on the properties of the material being processed. The specific size and shape of granululaat can be controlled during the manufacturing process to meet desired specifications.