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How does the increase in filter cake affect the flow rate?

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How does the increase in filter cake affect the flow rate?

(a) Increase then decrease

(b) Increase

(c) Decrease

(d) Does not depend

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Correct choice is (b) Increase

Easiest explanation: A filter cake is formed by the substances that are retained on a filter. The filter cake grows in the course of filtration. With increasing layer thickness, the flow resistance of the filter cake increases.

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