Physics of amorphous solids

J Pharm Sci. 2004 Jan;93(1):3-12. doi: 10.1002/jps.10489.

Abstract

The physical state of a dosage form, crystalline versus amorphous, is critical in determining its solid-state physical and chemical properties. This minireview describes the physics associated with the preparation and storage of amorphous solids including a review of the common theories of the glass transition and relaxation processes.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Chemistry, Pharmaceutical / methods*
  • Chemistry, Physical
  • Crystallization
  • Dosage Forms
  • Glass / analysis*
  • Glass / chemistry*

Substances

  • Dosage Forms