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If G = insoluble gas in gas stream and L = non-volatile solvent in liquid stream, then the slope of the operating line for the absorber is
A $$\frac{{\text{L}}}{{\text{G}}}$$
B $$\frac{{\text{G}}}{{\text{L}}}$$
C Always
D None of these
For a single component absorber, the operating line is straight only when plotted in term of __________ units.
A Partial pressure
B Mole ratio
C Mole fraction
D None of these
The slope of the operating line for a single component co-current absorber when plotted in terms of mole ratio units is
A 0
B ∞
C -ve
D +ve
The minimum liquid rate to be used in an absorber corresponds to an operating line
A Of slope = 1
B Of slope = 0.1
C Tangential to the equilibrium curve
D None of these
The operating line for an absorber is curved, when plotted in terms of
A Mole fractions
B Mole ratios
C Partial pressure
D Mass fractions
When both the fluids flow concurrently in an absorber, the slope of the operating line is
A - ve
B + ve
C 1
D -1
For an absorber, both equilibrium and operating line will be straight for
A Concentrated solution and non-isothermal operation
B Dilute solution and non-isothermal operation
C Dilute solution and isothermal operation
D Concentrated solution and isothermal operation
Which of the following acts as an insulator against heat, cold and as a shock-absorber in the body?
A Dermis
B Epidermis
C Subcutaneous fat layer
D None of the above
For the same system, if the same liquid used in an absorber is decreased, the tower height will
A Increase
B Decrease
C Remain unaffected
D Decrease or increase ; depends on the type of liquid
Which of the following quantities need not be fixed before starting the design of a co-current absorber?
A Heat gain or loss
B Flow rate of entering liquid
C Flow rate of gas
D None of these

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