Flooding in a vapor-liquid contacting equipment occurs in a tray, when the pressure drop through a tray is _______________ the liquid head available in the downcomer?

Correct answer: B. More than

  • A. Less than
  • B. More than
  • C. Same as
  • D. Very much less

Explanation

Flooding begins when the tray pressure drop exceeds the liquid head available in the downcomer, preventing liquid from flowing downward and causing backup. Thus, excessive gas flow produces liquid accumulation on the tray.

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