constant relative volatility equilibrium relationship
calculates the proportion of volatile components in the binary system in the equilibrium gas phase.
symbols, variables and units
x,y: liquid and gas phase mole fraction; α: dimensionless relative volatility.
applicable conditions and boundaries
binary system, approximately constant α within a given temperature and pressure range.
formula source code
The following is a copyable LaTeX expression.
y=\frac{\alpha x}{1+(\alpha-1)x}Reference and Extended Learning
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