Question

According to smoker’s equation, C is given as

(a) 1 + (α -1) k

(b) 1 -(α -1)k

(c) 1 -(α +1)k

(d) α -1

The question was asked in quiz.

The query is from Analytical X-Y Diagram -Smoker’s Equation topic in portion Column Process Design, Optimization and Shortcut Calculations of Distillation Design

Answer 1

The correct option is (a) 1 + (α -1) k

Explanation: According to smoker’s equation C is given as 1 + (α -1) k, where k value is calculated from bottom and top sections of the column.