______________ are used for the separation of coarse particles from a slurry of fine particles?
Correct answer: B. Classifiers
- A. Thickeners
- B. Classifiers
- C. Hydrocyclones
- D. Decanters
Explanation
Classifiers separate particles according to settling behaviour, allowing coarse particles to be removed from a slurry containing finer particles. Hydrocyclones are a type of classifier, but the general equipment name asked for is classifiers.
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