The shape and characteristics of the E curve can reveal several important aspects of reactor operation, including:
Residence Time Distribution (RTD): Indicates the spread of residence times of molecules in the reactor. Flow Patterns: Helps identify whether the flow within the reactor is closer to plug flow or mixed flow. Dead Zones: Regions in the reactor where mixing is poor or stagnant. Channeling: Pathways where reactants flow preferentially, bypassing certain reactor regions.