Chemistry A-Level
flue gas desulfurisation
What flue gas desulfurisation means in Chemistry A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of flue gas desulfurisation
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A slurry of powdered calcium oxide or calcium carbonate in water is sprayed into the rising gases, and the solid produced is calcium sulfite.
Topics that use flue gas desulfurisation
- Combustion of alkanes (AQA A-Level)
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