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What solvent is used in phytonics extraction process?

(a) Hydrofluorocarbon -134a

(b) ammnia

(c) CFCs

(d) Alcohol

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My query is from Contact Equilibrium Separation Process in portion Contact Equilibrium Separation Process of Food Processing Unit Operations

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The correct option is (a) Hydrofluorocarbon -134a

Best explanation: The Phytonics process uses a novel non-toxic solvent based on hydrofluorocarbon -134a, having a boiling point of – 25°C and a vapor pressure of 5.6 bar at ambient temperature. It is mainly used in the extraction of plant materials.

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