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Definition: This calculator determines the mass of adsorbent material required when the adsorption follows a linear relationship (n=1) with pressure.
Purpose: It helps in determining how much adsorbent material is needed for gas adsorption processes in chemical engineering and environmental applications.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The mass of gas adsorbed is divided by the product of gas pressure and the adsorption constant to determine the required mass of adsorbent.
Details: Accurate calculation ensures efficient design of adsorption systems, proper sizing of equipment, and cost-effective material usage in processes like gas purification and separation.
Tips: Enter the mass of gas adsorbed in kg, gas pressure in Pascals, and the adsorption constant. All values must be > 0.
Q1: What does n=1 mean in adsorption?
A: n=1 indicates a linear adsorption isotherm where the amount adsorbed is directly proportional to pressure.
Q2: How do I determine the adsorption constant?
A: The adsorption constant is typically determined experimentally for specific gas-adsorbent pairs at given temperatures.
Q3: What are typical units for these measurements?
A: Mass is in kg, pressure in Pascals, and the adsorption constant is dimensionless.
Q4: Can this be used for liquid adsorption?
A: This specific formula is for gas adsorption. Liquid adsorption may require different considerations.
Q5: What factors affect the adsorption constant?
A: Temperature, adsorbent surface area, pore structure, and the nature of the gas-adsorbent interaction.