The controlling resistance in a rotary drum vacuum filter is the ________________ resistance?

Correct answer: B. Cake

  • A. Piping
  • B. Cake
  • C. Filter medium
  • D. None of these

Explanation

In a rotary drum vacuum filter, the deposited cake usually provides the dominant resistance to filtrate flow as it builds up. Filter-medium resistance is important initially, but is commonly smaller than cake resistance during operation.

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