2.2 - Resistance in Mass Transfer
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What is the definition of mass transfer?
💡 Hint: Think about how substances move in different phases.
What is the significance of the interface in mass transfer?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens at the boundary of two different materials.
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What does a higher viscosity generally indicate for mass transfer resistance?
💡 Hint: Consider how thick fluids behave compared to thin ones.
True or False: The interface between air and water can experience steady-state conditions.
💡 Hint: Reflect on what steady-state implies for system conditions.
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Evaluate how the concentration gradient across an air-water interface can change with temperature variation. How does this relate to the maximum capacity of air to hold water vapor?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between temperature, vapor pressure, and saturation levels.
Design an experiment to measure the mass transfer coefficient for a solute diffusing in water. Detail the steps you would take and the factors you would control.
💡 Hint: Remember to account for all variables affecting diffusion rates.
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