10 Questions
What is the primary consideration for storing coarse solids like gravel?
Cost-effectiveness
Why are valuable or soluble solids stored in silos, bins, or hoppers?
To prevent contamination
What type of storage is used for temporary solids storage before feeding to a process?
Hopper storage
What is a characteristic of solid particles in terms of pressure?
They exert pressure on the side walls of a container and on the floor
What is a difference between solid particles and fluids in terms of pressure?
The pressure of solid particles is affected by friction at the wall
What is the effect of friction on the pressure exerted by solid particles on the floor of a container?
It decreases the pressure
What is a characteristic of solid particles that differs from fluids?
There is friction between the wall and the particles
Why is hopper storage used for temporary solids storage?
To facilitate feeding to a process
What is a characteristic of solid particles in terms of flow?
They can flow through openings and be pumped
What is the primary advantage of bulk storage for coarse solids like gravel?
It is a cost-effective method
Test your understanding of particle density and force balance in chemical engineering. This quiz covers the concepts of density variation, degree of packing, and force balance in solids columns. Evaluate your knowledge of the equations and formulas used to calculate forces and pressures in chemical engineering systems.
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