prill
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A prill is a small aggregate or globule of a material, most often a dry sphere, formed from a melted liquid through spray crystallization.
Prilled is a term used in mining and manufacturing to refer to a product that has been pelletized. ANFO explosive typically comprises ammonium nitrate prills mixed with #2 fuel oil. The pellets are a neater, simpler form for handling, with reduced dust.
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