The aim of this work is to analyze the particle characteristics, such as shape, roundness and size,\nof starches extracted from Florencia and waxy maize hybrids. The micromeritics and structural\nproperties of the samples were examined. The evaluation of flow properties, densification and\ncompression behaviour of the powders was carried out. Physical parameters and swelling characteristics\nof tablets containing Florencia and waxy maize starch were also studied. Starch samples\nwere compared with respect to their applicability as excipients in tablet formulation. The samples\nexhibited identical structure and similar particle characteristics. Maize starch extracted from the\nFlorencia dent hybrid showed better flowability and compressibility in tableting experiments,\nwhich resulted in better mechanical tablet properties. With regard to utilization as a disintegrant,\nFlorencia starch indicated rapid and intensive swelling and proved to act more effectively in the\nswelling process than waxy maize starch.
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