Lessing ring is formed by the addition of a partition across the centre of a raschig ring, which results in an area increase of about ______________ percent?

Correct answer: B. 20

  • A. 5
  • B. 20
  • C. 35
  • D. 55

Explanation

A partition in a Lessing ring adds internal contact surface without greatly increasing the packing volume. Its effective area is therefore about 20% greater than that of a plain Raschig ring.

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