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When evaluating the fluid flux for a reverse osmosis system, if a solute other than salt is being considered, how does the analysis differ?

April 26, 2017analysis evaluating fluid flux osmosis reverse Salt solute system

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When evaluating the fluid flux for a reverse osmosis system, if a solute other than salt is being considered, how does the analysis differ?

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The osmotic pressure is affected directly by the molecular weight of the solute, therefore the molecular weight of the solute must be known. The osmotic pressure in turn affects the fluid flux through the membrane.