Question 1

2 out of 2 points

The collection efficiency of a cyclone separator

Selected Answer:

decreases with particle size

Answers:

decreases with particle size

decreases with particle density
increases as the gas temperature is increased
decreases with RPM

Question 2
2 out of 2 points

The following are Assumptions for the computations of parameters of a Centrifugal Bowl,
EXCEPT
Selected
Answer:

None of these

Answers:
None of these

is needed for a certain particle size

to reach the wall of the bowl and be separated from the liquid
sufficient time (residence time)

liquid moves upward with a constant velocity carrying particles with it

particles move radially at its terminal velocity

Question 3
2 out of 2 points

Gravity separation using clarifiers or thickeners are generally based primarily on

Selected Answer:

Hindered settling
Answers:

Transition settling
Hindered settling
Free settling

differential settling

Question 4
0 out of 2 points

The rate limiting layer in continuous sedimentation is the layer that

Selected Answer:

can be determined by the Talmadge and Fitch Method

Answers:

largest flux
allows all layers to pass through without displacing solids
can be determined by the Talmadge and Fitch Method
has the smallest area

Question 5
2 out of 2 points

Tubular centrifuges are used

Selected Answer:

D.
All of these
Answers:

A. for separation of immiscible liquids

B. at high rpms
C. use to remove traces of solids from oil
D.
All of these
E. B & C

Question 6
2 out of 2 points

Sink and Float method is applicable for

Selected Answer:

Classifiers

Centrifugal basket

Answers:

Tube Centrifuge
Clarifiers
Classifiers

Question 7

2 out of 2 points

A type of sedimentation used to INCREASE the concentration of suspended solids

in a feed stream is called
Selected Answer:

thickener
clarifier

Answers:

thickener
decantation
flocculation

Question 8
2 out of 2 points

A type of sedimentation used to DECREASE the concentration of suspended

solids in a feed stream is called
Selected Answer:

clarifier
thickener

Answers:

clarifier
decantation
flocculation

Question 9
2 out of 2 points

The preferred separation method for particles in the micron size range is
Selected Answer:

Centrifugal bowl
Centrifugal basket

Answers:

Continuous sedimentation
Centrifugal bowl
Batch sedimentation

Question 10
2 out of 2 points

This theory of sedimentation assumes that solids settle by layer at different

velocities and displaces an equal volume of fluid and that across each layer, the

concentration is constant.
Selected Answer:

Kynch Method
Answers:

Abercrombie and Fitch Method

Kynch & Fitch Method

Talmadge and Fitch Method

Kynch Method

Question 11
0 out of 2 points

A particle attains its maximum velocity (or terminal velocity) when

Selected Answer:

D. A & B
Answers:

A. it is not accelerating
B. du/dt =0 (or du over dt equals 0)
C. it is moving at constant velocity
D. A & B

Question 12
2 out of 2 points

The minimum thickener area for continuous sedimentation tank is the area
corresponding to
Selected Answer:

the largest flux

the initial flux

Answers:

the largest flux

the smallest flux
the final flux of the particles settling

Question 13
0 out of 2 points

In a centrifugal bowl, what will produce a clearer overflow?

Selected Answer:

Increase the RPM

Answers:

decrease the height of the bowl

decrease the diameter of the bowl
Increase the RPM
All of the above

Question 14
0 out of 2 points

In which settling layer in batch and continuous sedimentation is the rate of

settling a maximum?
Selected Answer:

Transition zone
Transition zone

Answers:

Suspension zone
Clear zone
Compression zone

Question 15
0 out of 2 points

A centrifugal basket follows the principle of

Selected Answer:

Stokes Equation
Kynch Law

Answers:

Newtons Law
Stokes Equation
Ruth Equation

Question 16
2 out of 2 points

For centrifugal Filters, the thickness of the filter cake is

Selected Answer:

r2 - ri
Answers:

r2 - ri

r1 - ri
r2 - r1
r1 - r2

Question 17
0 out of 2 points

The drag coefficient (CD) of disk particles (NRe = 10) is

Selected Answer:

4
4

Answers:

4.6
3.6
None of these

Question 18
2 out of 2 points

Separation of a suspension or slurry into a supernatant clear liquid (free from particles)
and a thick sludge containing a high concentration of solid is called
Selected Answer:

sedimentation
Answers:

clarification
sedimentation
decantation
classification

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