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Lyophilized Marvels: Cake vs. Powder – What’s the Difference?
The terms “lyophilized cake” and “lyophilized powder” both refer to products that have undergone lyophilization (freeze-drying), but they differ in their physical appearance and some characteristics: Lyophilized Cake vs Powder Lyophilized Cake: Appearance : Typically forms a solid, porous structure that resembles a cake. Formation : Created when the product is freeze-dried in a vial or container, maintaining its shape due to the controlled sublimation process. Reconstitution
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