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6_How does the rough-structured zeolite become a consumption-friendly powder?

It takes three steps to produce a consumption-friendly powder. First of all, the zeolite rock is cut into smaller pieces and freed from foreign substances. Secondly, the natural zeolite is pulverized by means of micronization processes. Scientific examinations [Montinaro et al. 2013] and practical experiences with PMA zeolite show that an average grain size of approximately 7 µm is most effective in the human body. Thirdly, each charge is analysed and equipped with a data sheet. The data sheet reveals, among other things, the mineral and chemical composition, and confirms the absence of toxic substances and germs.

A zeolite grain consists of many tiny crystal lattice channels with a size of 0.4-0.72 nanometres. It looks like a sponge and can absorb ions like a sponge. The tiny channels are strictly calibrated and play an important role in the selective ion exchange. The selective ion exchange is not only important for the vital functions in the human body but also very interesting for technology. The production of synthesised zeolites according to the model of natural zeolites for a technical selective ion exchange has already become commonplace nowadays, the synthetically produced zeolites, however, are not suitable for human beings and should therefore not be applied here. (See question 87, p. 84 “Are synthetically produced zeolites interesting for health and medicine?”).

The following picture shows a typical zeolite mine (Gördes, Western Turkey).

Natural clinoptilolite-zeolite grains with a diameter of approx. 10 m in 300-fold magnification [modified according to Pavelie et al. 2004]