Question

A curve with a flat portion, in particle size distribution curve represent __________

a.

Intermediate size particle are missing

b.

Intermediate size particles are present

c.

Smaller size particle are present

d.

Large size particles are present

Answer: (a).Intermediate size particle are missing

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