Solved Example: 9106-01

Which of the following is not an application of transport in membranes?

A. Microfiltration

B. Reverse osmosis

C. Dialysis

D. Fractional distillation

Correct Answer: D

Solved Example: 9106-02

If the pressure drop($\Delta$P) is 1000 units, the flux(J) is 50 units, what is the hydraulic membrane permeability?

A. 0.02

B. 0.04

C. 0.05

D. 0.06

Correct Answer: C

Adsorption: Types of Adsorption:

1. Physical Adsorption: This is a reversible process where electrostatic forces may be present.
2. Chemical Adsorption: Chemical bond formation takes place, by interaction between the solute and the adsorbant. This reaction may not be reversible. This is characterized by very larger quantity of heat of Physical Adsoprtion.

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