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Which method is used separation of azeotrope mixtures?

(a) Nano filtration

(b) Pervaporation

(c) Electro dialysis

(d) Reverse Osmosis

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Origin of the question is Membrane Separators in division Contact Equilibrium Separation Process of Food Processing Unit Operations

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Correct choice is (b) Pervaporation

Best explanation: Pervaporation is a process to separate a volatile from a non-volatile liquid. The driving force is a vacuum on the gaseous side of the membrane. It is a tool for separation of liquid mixtures.

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