What was the percentage utilisation of lime (CaO)?
A
29.5%
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B
14.75%
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C
59.0%
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D
60.0%
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Solution
The correct option is A29.5% F2+2NaOH⟶12O2+2NaF+H2O 2NaF+CaO+H2O⟶CaF2+2NaOH According to process, F2CaO 1 mole 1 mole 20003810,00056 =52.63 kmol =178.56 kmol So, % of CaO used =52.63×100178.56=29.5%.