With increase in the liquid flow rate at a fixed gas velocity in a randomly packed counter current gas-liquid absorption column, the gas pressure drop___________________?

Correct answer: C. Increases

  • A. Decreases
  • B. Remains unchanged
  • C. Increases
  • D. Decreases exponentially

Explanation

A higher liquid rate increases liquid holdup and wetted packing surface, adding resistance to gas flow through the bed. Consequently, the gas pressure drop increases at fixed gas velocity.

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