The Approach to Equilibrium in Fractionation

W. Bartky and A. J. Dempster
Rev. Mod. Phys. 20, 123 – Published 1 January 1948

Abstract

The differential equations for a plate column are solved for cases that arise in the concentration of isotopes, where there is a small difference in the concentration in the liquid and gas phases, or where the equilibrium constant for ion exchange is very nearly unity. A formula suitable for computation is deduced, and curves are given showing the rate of approach to equilibrium for various numbers of plates.

    DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/RevModPhys.20.123

    ©1948 American Physical Society

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    W. Bartky and A. J. Dempster

    • University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois

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    Vol. 20, Iss. 1 — January - March 1948

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