Which of the following efficiencies can be greater than 100% ?

Correct answer: B. Murphree plate efficiency

  • A. Overall plate efficiency
  • B. Murphree plate efficiency
  • C. Point efficiency
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Murphree plate efficiency can exceed 100% because the exiting vapor or liquid may reach a composition beyond the equilibrium value used in the efficiency definition. Overall and point efficiencies are not normally reported as greater than 100%.

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