5684Chemical EngineeringMedium
Which of the following is the optimum operating condition for an exothermic reversible reaction taking place in a plug-flow reactor?
AVery low temperature should be used throughout the reaction
BVery high temperature should be used throughout the reaction
CNone of these
DTemperature should be high in the beginning and decreased towards the end of the reaction
Correct answer
D. Temperature should be high in the beginning and decreased towards the end of the reaction
Explanation
The correct answer is Temperature should be high in the beginning and decreased towards the end of the reaction.