During filtration operation, the filtrate encounters the resistance of the ___________________?

Correct answer: E. All A., B. and C.

  • A. Filter medium
  • B. Cake
  • C. Channel carrying the slurry to the upstream side of the cake and filtrate away from the filter
  • D. medium
  • E. All A., B. and C.

Explanation

Filtrate flow is opposed by resistance from the filter medium, the deposited cake, and the connected flow passages carrying slurry and filtrate. Hence the total resistance includes all three listed contributions.

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