Which one of the following devices is not used for both the absorption as well as the liquid-liquid extraction processes? (A) Packed towers(B) Plate towers(C) Spray towers(D) Wetted wall columns

Which one of the following devices is not used for both the absorption as

well as the liquid-liquid extraction processes?

(A) Packed towers

(B) Plate towers

(C) Spray towers

(D) Wetted wall columns

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(D) Wetted wall columns

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