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What effect do smaller granulator screens have on the amperage?
What effect do smaller granulator screens have on the amperage?
Which type of pump is used to transport aqueous phase solution to the reactors?
Which type of pump is used to transport aqueous phase solution to the reactors?
What additive is required for product 934 SH?
What additive is required for product 934 SH?
What happens to the temperature when caustic is charged into a dissolution tank?
What happens to the temperature when caustic is charged into a dissolution tank?
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What is the purpose of the Kason in the system?
What is the purpose of the Kason in the system?
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In what form is acrylamide most dangerous?
In what form is acrylamide most dangerous?
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Is it acceptable to use homemade tools to clear a clog in equipment?
Is it acceptable to use homemade tools to clear a clog in equipment?
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What type of environmental impact does the finished product have?
What type of environmental impact does the finished product have?
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Which statement about MEHQ is accurate?
Which statement about MEHQ is accurate?
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Which inhibitors are used in the production of acrylamide?
Which inhibitors are used in the production of acrylamide?
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When is the thermal catalyst typically added to the reactor?
When is the thermal catalyst typically added to the reactor?
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What is the maximum amount of catalyst approved to be in the plant at any given time?
What is the maximum amount of catalyst approved to be in the plant at any given time?
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What by-product is generated in the process of making post hydro?
What by-product is generated in the process of making post hydro?
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What is a hazard associated with the use of nitrogen?
What is a hazard associated with the use of nitrogen?
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What does free monomer refer to?
What does free monomer refer to?
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What does BVE create more of in the dissolution tank?
What does BVE create more of in the dissolution tank?
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What type of charge do anionic products have?
What type of charge do anionic products have?
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When are dissolution tank samples discarded?
When are dissolution tank samples discarded?
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When should you take a gel sample?
When should you take a gel sample?
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Where is the dryer pressure transmitter located?
Where is the dryer pressure transmitter located?
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What is the main function of the dryer cyclones?
What is the main function of the dryer cyclones?
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What happens when the amount of redox catalyst is increased?
What happens when the amount of redox catalyst is increased?
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If product is observed emitting from the stack, which situation could contribute to this problem?
If product is observed emitting from the stack, which situation could contribute to this problem?
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What is an important reason for monitoring dryer moistures?
What is an important reason for monitoring dryer moistures?
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What components cause the kason to vibrate?
What components cause the kason to vibrate?
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What personal protective equipment is needed to handle caustic soda?
What personal protective equipment is needed to handle caustic soda?
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What does a reactor pressure test primarily prevent?
What does a reactor pressure test primarily prevent?
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What could occur if too little hypo is added to any reaction?
What could occur if too little hypo is added to any reaction?
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What are the steps of reaction curve polymerization?
What are the steps of reaction curve polymerization?
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Why do we set the dissolution tanks to -2 degrees C when polymerizing at 0 degrees C?
Why do we set the dissolution tanks to -2 degrees C when polymerizing at 0 degrees C?
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What is the purpose of adding acetic acid, caustic, and 50% acrylic acid during production?
What is the purpose of adding acetic acid, caustic, and 50% acrylic acid during production?
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What is the consequence of over drying products in the production process?
What is the consequence of over drying products in the production process?
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What does hydrolysis refer to in the context of chemical processes?
What does hydrolysis refer to in the context of chemical processes?
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During which step is reverse osmosis water added to the catalyst pitchers?
During which step is reverse osmosis water added to the catalyst pitchers?
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What is the primary reason for oiling reactors in the production process?
What is the primary reason for oiling reactors in the production process?
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What could potentially cause the finished product to test high?
What could potentially cause the finished product to test high?
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Which action should be taken first if oversize particles are found coming out of the dryer?
Which action should be taken first if oversize particles are found coming out of the dryer?
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What could be a consequence of not having enough oil flow in the granulator?
What could be a consequence of not having enough oil flow in the granulator?
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What should be done to ensure proper draw-down temperature in reactors and dissolution tanks?
What should be done to ensure proper draw-down temperature in reactors and dissolution tanks?
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What does flocculation refer to in this context?
What does flocculation refer to in this context?
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What type of reactors are used at SNT Flopa?
What type of reactors are used at SNT Flopa?
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What could cause high moisture levels coming out of dryer 1?
What could cause high moisture levels coming out of dryer 1?
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What does a brownish gel color typically signify?
What does a brownish gel color typically signify?
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What might prevent a burner flame from lighting?
What might prevent a burner flame from lighting?
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Why is it important not to mix catalyst too long?
Why is it important not to mix catalyst too long?
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What problem could occur if the pressure is too low in the dryer?
What problem could occur if the pressure is too low in the dryer?
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What could be a reason for low readings on the dryer pressure transmitter?
What could be a reason for low readings on the dryer pressure transmitter?
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What does the abbreviation VHM represent?
What does the abbreviation VHM represent?
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Which inhibitors are commonly used in the production of acrylic acid?
Which inhibitors are commonly used in the production of acrylic acid?
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Why is TBHP stored in the flammable cabinet of the process lab?
Why is TBHP stored in the flammable cabinet of the process lab?
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Study Notes
Safety and Procedures
- Smaller granulator screens can cause high amps to occur. (True/False)
- Centrifugal is the type of pump we use to transport aqueous phase solution to the reactors. (True/False)
- Product 934 SH requires the additive BVE. (True/False)
- Caustic causes temperature to increase when charging a dissolution tank. (True/False)
- Aqueous solution should never be allowed outside of the dike so it can be contained and disposed of properly. (True/False)
- The granulator hopper measure weight by the use of a flow meter. (True/False)
- Hypo is used as a chain-transfer agent but has a reducer properties. (True/False)
- The purpose of the Kason is to help transport powder through piping. (True/False)
- Diffusion is the type of drying done in dryer 1. (True/False)
- Evaporative is the type of drying done in dryer 2. (True/False)
- Only powders shift supervisors are authorized to work in solenoid control panels. (True/False)
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Test your knowledge on essential chemical engineering processes, safety protocols, and equipment used in production. This quiz covers topics such as pump types, additive requirements, and environmental impacts relating to chemical manufacturing. Assess your understanding of the various hazards and operational considerations in the field.
