Part of the Essential Engineering Calculations Series, this book presents step-by-step solutions of the basic principles of mass transfer operations, including sample problems and solutions and their applications, such as distillation, absorption, and stripping. Presenting the subject from a strictly pragmatic point of view, providing both the principles of mass transfer operations and their applications, with clear instructions on how to carry out the basic calculations needed, the book also covers topics useful for readers taking their professional exams.

LOUIS THEODORE, ENG SCD, is a professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at Manhattan College in Bronx, New York, and the recipient of the prestigious Ripperton Award from the International Air and Waste Management Association's and the American Society for Engineering Education's AT&T Foundation Award for "excellence in the instruction of engineering students." Professor Theodore is a contributor to Perry's Chemical Engineers' Handbook, the coeditor of Handbook of Chemical and Environmental Engineering Calculations (Wiley), the coauthor of Thermodynamics for the Practicing Engineer (Wiley), and the author of Fluid Flow for the Practicing Chemical Engineer and Air Pollution Control Equipment Calculations, also from Wiley.

FRANCESCO RICCI is the recipient of numerous academic awards and scholarships. Aside from academic research, Mr. Ricci's industrial experience includes short tenures at Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. and Bristol-Myers Squibb. He has lectured at the undergraduate level on chemical engineering thermodynamics as well as on reactor design. Mr. Ricci is the coauthor of Thermodynamics for the Practicing Engineer (Wiley), the author of the solutions manual for said text, and a contributing author to the 2009 title Introduction to Environmental Management.

Preface
Introduction
History of Chemical Engineering and Mass Transfer Operations
References
Transport Phenomena vs Unit Operations Approach
References
Basic Calculations
Introduction
Units and Dimensions
Conversion of Units
The Gravitational Constant gc
Significant Figures and Scientific Notation
References
Process Variables
Introduction
Temperature
Pressure
Moles and Molecular Weight
Mass, Volume, and Density
Viscosity
Reynolds Number
pH
Vapor Pressure
Ideal Gas Law
References
Equilibrium vs Rate Considerations
Introduction
Equilibrium
Rate
Chemical Reactions
References
Phase Equilibrium Principles
Introduction
Gibb's Phase Rule
Raoult's Law
Henry's Law
Raoult's Law vs Henry's Law
Vapor-Liquid Equilibrium in Nonideal Solutions
Vapor-Solid Equilibrium
Liquid-Solid Equilibrium
References
Rate Principles
Introduction
The Operating Line
Fick's Law
Diffusion in Gases
Diffusion in Liquids
Mass Transfer Coefficients
Individual Mass Transfer Coefficients
Equimolar Counterdiffusion
Diffusion of Component A Through Non-diffusing Component B
Overall Mass Transfer Coefficients
Equimolar Counterdiffusion and/or Diffusion in Dilute Solutions
Gas Phase Resistance Controlling
Liquid Phase Resistance Controlling
Experimental Mass Transfer Coefficients
References
Applications: Component and Phase Separation Processes
Introduction to Mass Transfer Operations
Introduction
Classification of Mass Transfer Operations
Contact of Immiscible Phases
Miscible Phases Separated by a Membrane
Direct Contact of Miscible Phases
Mass Transfer Equipment
Distillation
Absorption
Adsorption
Extraction
Humidification and Drying
Other Mass Transfer Unit Operations
The Selection Decision
Characteristics of Mass Transfer Operations
Unsteady-State vs Steady-State Operation
Flow Pattern
Stagewise vs Continuous Operation
References
Distillation
Introduction
Flash Distillation
Batch Distillation
Continuous Distillation with Reflux
Equipment and Operation
Equilibrium Considerations
Binary Distillation Design: McCabe-Thiele Graphical Method
Multicomponent Distillation: Fenske-Underwood-Gilliland (FUG) Method
Packed Column Distillation
References
Absorption and Stripping
Introduction
Description of Equipment
Packed Columns
Plate Columns
Design and Performance Equations?Packed Columns
Liquid Rate
Column Diameter
Column Height
Pressure Drop
Design and Performance Equations-Plate Columns
Stripping
Packed vs Plate Tower Comparison
Summary of Key Equations
References
Adsorption
Introduction
Adsorption Classification
Activated Carbon
Activated Alumina
Silica Gel
Molecular Sieves
Adsorption Equilibria
Freundlich Equation
Langmuir Isotherms
Description of Equipment
Design and Performance Equations
Regeneration
References
Liquid-Liquid and Solid-Liquid Extraction
Introduction
Liquid-Liquid Extraction
The Extraction Process
Equipment
Solvent Selection
Equilibrium
Graphical Procedures
Analytical Procedures
Solid-Liquid Extraction (Leaching)
Process Variables
Equipment and Operation
Design and Predictive Equations
References
Humidification and Drying
Introduction
Psychrometry and the Psychrometric Chart
Humidification
Equipment
Describing Equations
Drying
Rotary Dryers
Spray Dryers
References
Crystallization
Introduction
Phase Diagrams
The Crystallization Process
Crystal Physical Characteristics
Equipment
Describing Equations
Design Considerations
References
Membrane Separation Processes
Introduction
Reverse Osmosis
Describing Equations
Ultrafiltration
Describing Equations
Microfiltration
Describing Equations
Gas Permeation
Describing Equations
References
Phase Separation Equipment
Introduction
Fluid-Particle Dynamics
Gas-Solid (G-S) Equipment
Gravity Settlers
Cyclones
Electrostatic Precipitators
Venturi Scrubbers
Baghouses
Gas-Liquid (G-L) Equipment
Liquid-Solid (L-S) Equipment
Sedimentation
Centrifugation
Flotation
Liquid-Liquid (L-L) Equipment
Solid-Solid (S?S) Equipment
High-Gradient Magnetic Separation
Solidification
References
Other Topics
Other and Novel Separation Processes
Freeze Crystallization
Ion Exchange
Liquid Ion Exchange
Resin Adsorption
Evaporation
Foam Fractionation
Dissociation Extraction
Electrophoresis
Vibrating Screens
References
Economics and Finance
Introduction
The Need for Economic Analyses
Definitions
Simple Interest
Compound Interest
Present Worth
Evaluation of Sums of Money
Depreciation
Fabricated Equipment Cost Index
Capital Recovery Factor
Present Net Worth
Perpetual Life
Break-Even Point
Approximate Rate of Return
Exact Rate of Return
Bonds
Incremental Cost
Principles of Accounting
Applications
References
Numerical Methods
Introduction
Applications
References
Open-Ended Problems
Introduction
Developing Students' Power of Critical Thinking
Creativity
Brainstorming
Inquiring Minds
Failure, Uncertainty, Success: Are They Related?
Angels on a Pin
Applications
References
Ethics
Introduction
Teaching Ethics
Case Study Approach
Integrity
Moral Issues
Guardianship
Engineering and Environmental Ethics
Future Trends
Applications
References
Environmental Management and Safety Issues
Introduction
Environmental Issues of Concern
Health Risk Assessment
Risk Evaluation Process for Health
Hazard Risk Assessment
Risk Evaluation Process for Accidents
Applications
References
Appendix
Units
The Metric System
The SI System
Seven Base Units
Two Supplementary Units
SI Multiples and Prefixes
Conversion Constants (SI)
Selected Common Abbreviations
Miscellaneous Tables
Steam Tables
Index
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