Why are fractionating towers in a refinery so tall?

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Why are fractionating towers in a refinery so tall?

2006-10-22 14:41:30 · 2 answers · asked by gallop16 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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The way distilling/fracturing towers work is through phases...Tall = less number of pumps needed...The main reasons they would separate is structural and FAA regulations.

2006-10-22 14:51:15 · answer #1 · answered by feanor 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

You must be an Ag. in O-Chem. Haha. I'm in the same class and I have the same question!. Yes I know this isn't an answer but live with it.

2006-10-26 14:58:20 · answer #2 · answered by irish_princess87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋