______________ is used for producing a thick suspension from a thin slurry?
Correct answer: C. Pressure filter thickener
- A. Cartridge filter
- B. Rotary drum vacuum filter
- C. Pressure filter thickener
- D. Plate and frame filter press
Explanation
A thickener separates solids by gravity settling and produces a concentrated underflow from a dilute slurry. Among the listed choices, the pressure-filter thickener is the intended thickening device.
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