A first order reaction A → B occurs in an isothermal porous catalyst
pellet of spherical shape. If the concentration of A at the centre of the pellet
is much less than at the external surface, the process is limited by
(A) Diffusion within the pellet
(B) Reaction
(C) External mass transfer
(D) None of the above

1 Answer

Answer :

(A) Diffusion within the pellet

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