Chapter 1, Problem 1.8P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The error in the given solution to calculate the volume of CSTR is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

For a Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR), the design equation to be used is:

  $V=\frac{F_{A0}-F_A}{-r_A}$ .........(1)

Here, $V$ is the volume of the reactor, $F_{A0}$ is the entering molar flowrate of species A , $F_A$ is the exit molar flowrate of A , and $-r_A$ is the rate of reaction of species A .

  $F_A$ can be further defined as:

  $F_A=C_{A}v$ .........(2)

Here, $C_A$ is the concentration of species A , and $v$ is the volumetric flowrate.