Question: A feed stream ( 2 0 0 kg / h ) containing 2 0 % mass of acetone in water is extracted in a counter
A feed stream kgh containing mass of acetone in water is extracted in a counter current extractor with a solvent containing MIBK. The ratio of solvent to feed is :
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i Calculate the number of stages required if acetone in Raffinate R phase is by mass.
ii Calculate the flow rates of Extract E and Raffinate R
iii Show graphically the construction of stages and difference point
Please use the following ternary diagram for the calculations.
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