An isothermal plug flow reactor is used to remove an environmental contaminant from polluted water via a 2nd-order reaction. a residence time of 7.5 min in the reactor results in 90% conversion. to obtain 99% conversion, what is the closest time below that would be expected? explain your answer. a. 8.2 min b. 15 min c. 80 min d. 250 min e. 1500 min

The exact result is 82.5 min (close to c. 80 min)

Explanation:

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In the following picture you'll find the numerical procedure for this exercise.

- Take into account that the initial concentration and the velocity constant remain constant for the two mentioned scenarios.

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conduction is the transfer of thermal energy (heat in transfer) due to collisions between the molecules in the object. collisions between adjacent atoms and molecules transfer kinetic energy from the warmer to the cooler object. the objects must be in physical contact.