Question:

Separation of one or more layers of a tablet is called as

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During tablet compression several defects can occur. Each has a precise definition, so this is a matter of matching the description to the correct term.
Updated On: Jun 24, 2026
  • Sticking
  • Lamination
  • Capping
  • Mottling
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The Correct Option is B

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Concept:
During tablet compression several defects can occur. Each has a precise definition, so this is a matter of matching the description to the correct term.

Step 1: The defect described is the separation of a tablet into two or more distinct horizontal layers. This is called lamination. It usually happens due to trapped air or over-lubrication, where the tablet splits into layers after compression.

Step 2: Distinguish from the others — sticking is when material adheres to the punch faces, capping is when the top (cap) of the tablet separates as a single dome, and mottling is an uneven distribution of colour on the tablet surface. Only lamination means separation into layers.

Answer: Option (2) — separation of one or more layers of a tablet is called lamination. (2)
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