Prilling of urea should be accomplished (in a sprayer) just above the melting point of urea with minimum of retention time, otherwise it will result in__________________?

Correct answer: B. Biuret formation

  • A. Low bulk density product
  • B. Biuret formation
  • C. Non-spherical prills
  • D. Substantially wet non-flowing and sticky product

Explanation

Excess residence time just above the melting point promotes condensation of urea to biuret. This impurity is avoided by spraying and solidifying the melt rapidly.

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