For absorbing a sparingly soluble gas in a liquid ___________________?

Correct answer: B. Liquid side mass transfer co-efficient should be increased

  • A. Gas side mass transfer co-efficient should be increased
  • B. Liquid side mass transfer co-efficient should be increased
  • C. Liquid side mass transfer co-efficient should be decreased
  • D. Mass transfer co-efficient must be kept constant

Explanation

For a sparingly soluble gas, the dominant resistance is usually in the liquid film because the dissolved gas must diffuse through the liquid before absorption is complete. Increasing the liquid-side mass-transfer coefficient therefore most effectively improves absorption.

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