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The Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) is the amount of a particular substance that diffuses across a unit area in 1 second under the influence of a gradient of one unit. Check FAQs
DAB=kL2s
DAB - Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)?kL - Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient?s - Surface Renewal Rate?

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0.0075Edit=0.0095Edit20.012Edit
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Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
DAB=kL2s
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
DAB=0.0095m/s20.0121/s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
DAB=0.009520.012
Next Step Evaluate
DAB=0.00752083333333333m²/s
LAST Step Rounding Answer
DAB=0.0075m²/s

Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory Formula Elements

Variables
Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)
The Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) is the amount of a particular substance that diffuses across a unit area in 1 second under the influence of a gradient of one unit.
Symbol: DAB
Measurement: DiffusivityUnit: m²/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient
Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient is a function of geometry of the system and the velocity and properties of the fluid similar to the heat transfer coefficient.
Symbol: kL
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Surface Renewal Rate
Surface Renewal Rate is the fractional rate or frequency of surface renewal.
Symbol: s
Measurement: Time InverseUnit: 1/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)

​Go Diffusivity by Film Theory
DAB=kLδ
​Go Diffusivity by Average Contact Time in Penetration Theory
DAB=tc(kL (Avg)2)π4
​Go Diffusivity by Instanataneous Contact Time in Penetration Theory
DAB=(t(kL(Inst)2)π)

Other formulas in Mass Transfer Theories category

​Go Mass Transfer Coefficient by Film Theory
kL=DABδ
​Go Average Mass Transfer Coefficient by Penetration Theory
kL (Avg)=2DABπtc
​Go Mass Transfer Coefficient by Surface Renewal Theory
kL=DABs
​Go Liquid Phase Mass Transfer Coefficient by Two Film Theory
Kx=1(1kyH)+(1kx)

How to Evaluate Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory?

Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory evaluator uses Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) = (Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient^2)/Surface Renewal Rate to evaluate the Diffusion Coefficient (DAB), The Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory formula is used to calculate the diffusivity in mass transfer based on surface renewal theory using surface renewal rate and mass transfer coefficient. Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) is denoted by DAB symbol.

How to evaluate Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory, enter Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient (kL) & Surface Renewal Rate (s) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory

What is the formula to find Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory?
The formula of Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory is expressed as Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) = (Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient^2)/Surface Renewal Rate. Here is an example- 0.007521 = (0.0095^2)/0.012.
How to calculate Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory?
With Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient (kL) & Surface Renewal Rate (s) we can find Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory using the formula - Diffusion Coefficient (DAB) = (Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient^2)/Surface Renewal Rate.
What are the other ways to Calculate Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)-
  • Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)=Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient*Film ThicknessOpenImg
  • Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)=(Average Contact Time*(Average Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient^2)*pi)/4OpenImg
  • Diffusion Coefficient (DAB)=(Instantaneous Contact Time*(Instantaneous Convective Mass Transfer Coefficient^2)*pi)OpenImg
Can the Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory be negative?
No, the Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory, measured in Diffusivity cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory?
Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory is usually measured using the Square Meter Per Second[m²/s] for Diffusivity. Square Centimeter Per Second[m²/s], Square Millimeter per Second[m²/s] are the few other units in which Diffusivity by Surface Renewal Theory can be measured.
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