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Consider the reaction scheme shown below
A ↔ B ↔ C.
Both the reactions are first-order. The activation energies for k1 and k2 are 80 and 20 kJ/mol respectively. To maximize the yield of B, it is preferable to use
A
CSTR and high temperature
B
PFR and high temperature
C
CSTR and low temperature
D
PFR and low temperature

Explanation

Correct : b

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