Effective particle diameter for Ion exchange is

A. < 2μ

B. < 20μ

C. > 2μ

D. > 20μ

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The effective particle diameter for Ion exchange is < 20μ.
Ion exchange is a reversible chemical reaction wherein an ion (an atom or a molecule that has lost or gained an electron and thus acquired an electrical charge) from a wastewater solution is exchanged for a similarly charged ion attached to an immobile solid particle.