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Which of the following is not the factor that controls the rate of filtration?

(a) Particle Size of Solids.

(b) Ratio of slimes to coarser particles.

(c) Temperature

(d) Feed solids concentration.

I have been asked this question in an online interview.

My question is from Filtration at Constant Volumetric Flow in section Filtration of Food Processing Unit Operations

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Correct answer is (c) Temperature

To explain I would say: Factors that control the rate of filtration are particle size of solids, ratio of slimes to coarser particles, filter aids, feed solids concentration, filter thickening, slurry pH and flocculation of fine solids

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