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A feed stream ( 2 0 0 kg / h ) containing 2 0 % mass of acetone in water is extracted in a counter

A feed stream (200 kg/h) containing 20% mass of acetone in water is extracted in a counter current extractor with a solvent containing 100% MIBK. The ratio of solvent to feed is 0.25:1.
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(i) Calculate the number of stages required if acetone in Raffinate (R) phase is 5% by mass.
(ii) Calculate the flow rates of Extract (E) and Raffinate (R).
(iii) Show graphically the construction of stages and difference point
Please use the following ternary diagram for the calculations.

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