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constant relative volatility equilibrium relationship

calculates the proportion of volatile components in the binary system in the equilibrium gas phase.

y=αx1+(α−1)xy=\frac{\alpha x}{1+(\alpha-1)x}

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}

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