The eddy diffusivity for a liquid in plug flow must be_________________?

Correct answer: B. 0

  • A. 1
  • B. 0
  • C.
  • D. Between 0 and 1

Explanation

Ideal plug flow has no radial or axial back-mixing, so the turbulent or eddy diffusivity in the flow direction is taken as zero. A nonzero diffusivity would cause mixing and departure from ideal plug flow.

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