Mass Transfer MCQs

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Q421.
Rayleigh's equation applies to __________ distillation.

a.

continuous

b.

steam

c.

differential

d.

flash

Discuss
Answer: (c).differential
Q422.
Steady state equimolal counter diffusion is encountered in

a.

separation of a binary mixture by distillation.

b.

absorption of NH₃ from air by water.

c.

all liquid-liquid diffusion systems.

d.

all liquid-solid diffusion systems.

Discuss
Answer: (a).separation of a binary mixture by distillation.
Q423.
Which of the following is considered equivalent to one theoretical stage in Mc-Cabe Thiele's method ?

a.

Partial condenser

b.

Total condenser

c.

Reboiler

d.

Both (b) and (c)

Discuss
Answer: (d).Both (b) and (c)
Q424.
Removal of __________ exemplifies an adsorption unit operation.

a.

uranium from its ore

b.

water from petrol

c.

ammonia from coke oven gas

d.

mustard oil from mustard seed

Discuss
Answer: (b).water from petrol
Q425.
Can the efficiency of a plate in the distillation tower be greater than 100% ?

a.

Yes

b.

Normally not; but is possible if infinite number of plates are put.

c.

Never

d.

Yes ; if the reflux ratio is maximum.

Discuss
Answer: (c).Never
Q426.
With increase in the mass velocity of the gas, the rate of drying during the constant rate period __________ , if the conduction and radiation through the solid are negligible.

a.

increases

b.

decreases

c.

remains same

d.

increases linearly

Discuss
Answer: (a).increases
Q427.
For gas absorption, low viscosity solvents are preferred, because of their

a.

better flow characteristics.

b.

low pumping pressure drop.

c.

rapid absorption rates.

d.

all (a), (b) and (c).

Discuss
Answer: (d).all (a), (b) and (c).
Q428.
To remove all the moisture from a wet solid it requires exposure to __________ air.

a.

perfectly dry

b.

highly humid

c.

high temperature

d.

none of these

Discuss
Answer: (a).perfectly dry
Q429.
Polar organic compounds are normally used as separating agents for the azeotropic and extractive distillation. Which of the following is the most important factor to be considered for the choice of the separating agent for extractive distillation ?

a.

Cost

b.

Availability

c.

Toxicity

d.

Selectivity

Discuss
Answer: (d).Selectivity
Q430.
As the reflux ratio increases, the slope of the operating line for rectifying section

a.

increases

b.

decreases

c.

remains constant

d.

data insufficient, cannot be predicted

Discuss
Answer: (a).increases
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