Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No.

P2089 [Total No. of Pages : 3

[5059] - 721
B.E. (Chemical)
PROCESS DYNAMICS & CONTROL
(2012 Pattern) (End Semester)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answr Q1. OR Q.2, Q.3 OR Q.4 , Q.5.OR Q.6, Q.7 OR Q.8, Q.9 OR Q.1O.
2) Neate diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) a) Discuss briefly the objectives of chemical process control. [5]

b) Consider a second order system with the following transfer function:[5]

Y (s) 1
G ( s)   2
X (s) s  s  1

Introduce a step change of magnitude 5 into the system and find percent
overshoot, decay ratio and ultimate value of Y(t).

OR

Q2) a) With the help of a neat sketch explain the proportional, derivative and
integral modes of a PID controller. [5]

b) Find the transfer function Y (s)/X(s) of the system shown below: [5]

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Q3) a) Write a short note on ISE, IAE and ITAE. [5]

b) The characteristic equation for a control system is

s 3 + 6s 2 + 11s + 6(1 + K) = 0 [5]

Using Routh test

i) Determine the value of K above which the system is unstable.

ii) Determine the value of K for which two of the roots are on the
imaginary axis and determine the values of these imaginary roots.

OR
Q4) Sketch the root locus for the following transfer function [10]

K
G ( s) 
s  1
s  2
s  3

Q5) a) Sketch the Nyquist diagram for PD controller. [8]

b) Sketch the Bode plot for an open loop transfer function with the following
dynamic components : [10]

10  1 ¬­
Gp (s)  Gc (s)  10žž1  Gm (s)  0.95 G f (s)  1
s2 žŸ 0.1s ®­­

OR
Q6) a) Explain gain margin and phase margin. [6]
b) Using Bode stability criterion, find whether the following open loop
transfer function is stable. [12]

5e5 s
GOL 
2s  1
s  1

Q7) a) Explain the processes with large dead time. [8]

b) Explain control of system with inverse response. [8]
OR

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Q8) Disucss in detail with a neat sketch of the following : [16]
a) Split range control of chemical reactor.
b) Override control to protect a boiler system.

Q9) a) Write a short note on [10]

i) Centralized control systems
ii) Digital approximation of classical controllers
b) Explain reconstruction of continuous time signals from their discrete
time signal. [6]
OR
Q10)What is plant wide control? Explain with suitable example. [16]

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P2090 [Total No. of Pages : 3

[5059] - 722
B.E. (Chemical)
CHEMICAL REACTION ENGINEERING - II
(2012 Pattern) (End Semester)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer Q.1. or Q.2, Q.3 or Q.4 , Q.5. or Q.6, Q.7 or Q.8, Q.9 or Q.10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Use of logarithmic tables slide rule, Mollier charts, electronic pocket
calculator and steam tables is allowed.
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) a) Spherical particle of zinc blend of size R = 1mm are roasted in an 8%

oxygen stream at 900ºC and 1 atm pressure. The reaction is
2ZnS + 3O2 l 2ZnO + 2SO2. Assuming that the reaction proceeds by
shrinking core model. Calculate the time needed for complete conversion
of particle for chemical reaction is controlling step. [6]

Data : S B = 4.13 m/cm3 = 0.0425 mol/cm3,

Ks = 2 cm/s
De = 0.08cm2/s.
b) Explain the film conversion parameter used in fluid reaction. [4]
OR
Q2) a) Derive the time and conversion relation for chemical reaction control for
spherical shrinking core particle. [6]
b) Explain kinetic regimes in case of instantaneous reaction. [4]

Q3) a) Give the major steps involved in the preparation of the catalyst. [6]
b) Explain the pore volume and solid density in detail. [4]

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 OR
Q4) a) Explain regeneration of catalysts. [4]
b) Derive the equation of Lagmuier adsorption isotherm. [6]

Q5) a) What is Thiele modulus? Give the significance of Thiele modulus in pore
resistance. [8]
b) Derive the expression for diffusion in single cylindrical pore of the catalyst.
[10]
OR
Q6) a) Derive the effectiveness factor of cylindrical pallet. [9]
b) Explain the selectivity of porous catalyst in parallel reaction with strong
pore resistance and negligible pore resistance. [9]

Q7) a) Explain the steps involved in solid-catalysed reaction in detail. [6]

b) The following mechanism has been proposed for catalytic reaction :
A (q) +B(q) l C(q)

i) A (q) +X U AX

ii) AX+B(q) U CX

iii) CX U C (q) +X

Where, X indicates an active site on the catalyst. Derive an expression

for the rate of reaction if the surface reaction step is a rate controlling.[10]
OR
Q8) The following kinetic data on the solid catalysed reaction A l 3R are obtained
in a basket type MFR 960 cm2 in volume and containing lgm of catalyst, by
conducting runs at 8 atm and 700ºC using pure A as feed. Find the rate
equation for this reaction. [16]
Data :
Feed rate, 1/hr : 100 22 4 1 0.6
Paout / Pain : 0.8 0.5 0.2 0.1 0.05

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Q9) a) Explain in detail design of fluidized bed reactor . [10]
b) Give the features of M-M Kinetics. [6]
OR
Q10)a) Derive the M-M kinetic equation. [8]
b) Explain the staged adiabatic reactor in detail. [8]

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SEAT No. :
P2170 [Total No. of Pages : 2
[5059]-723
B.E. ( Chemical)
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN-II
(2012Pattern) (409343) (End -Semester) (Semester-I)

Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks :70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer Q1 or Q2, Q3 or Q4, Q5 or Q6, Q7 or Q8, Q9 or Q10
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Assume suitable data if necessary.

Q1) a) What is the O’ Conell’s correlation? Using O’ Conell’s method, find the
overall column efficiency for the following system. [5]
Component Mole Fraction Viscosity mNs/m 2

Propane 0.10 0.03

i-butane 0.10 0.12
i-pentane 0.20 0.14
n-butane 0.25 0.12
n-pentane 0.35 0.14

b) Explain the Procedure for downcomer design. Give the relevant equations.[5]
OR
Q2) a) Discuss the plate design parameters. [5]
b) What are the important considerations for choice between plate and
packed columns. [5]

Q3) a) Find the column diameter for a packed column operating at 20oC and
atmospheric pressure, if mGm/Lm=0.8,gas flow rate is 1.39 kg/s, mol.
Wt. of gas 29, slope of the equilibrium line 27.4, Fp=170 m-1,density of
liquid =1000 kg/m3,viscosity of solvent =10-3 Ns/m2,K4 = 0.35, K4 at
flooding = 0.8. [6]
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 b) What is the function of distributor and re-distributor in a packed column?[4]
OR
Q4) a) What are the considerations for condensate piping design? [4]
b) What are the fluid dynamic parameters considered for pipe line design?
Explain any one in detail. [6]

Q5) a) How is the total pressure drop calculated when a pipeline consists of a
valve,an elbow and a reducer? [6]
b) What are the considerations for selection of appropriate piping material?[6]
c) Give the classification of gaskets. [6]
OR
Q6) a) What are the difficulties faced when hydrates are formed in a natural gas
pipeline? [6]
b) A liquid is flowing through a pipeline with 25 mm I.D for a distance of
2.5 km.The pressure drop = 12m of water. Density of liquid = 1100 kg/
m3, viscosity of liquid=1.1 mNs/m2. Estimate the flow rate of liquid
through the pipeline. [8]
c) What are the important features to be considered if a pipeline is to be lain
underground? [4]

Q7) a) What are the disadvantages if the water used in boilers is not treated?[6]
b) What is the need for treating water for use in a boiler? [6]
c) What are the considerations for selecting material for pipes carrying
corrosive fluids? [4]
OR
Q8) a) Does the source of water affect the method of water treatment adopted?[5]
b) Write a note on boiler mountings and accessories. [7]
c) Whta are thermic fluids? [4]
Q9) a) What are hazards? Explain in detail. [8]
b) Write about the importance of regular maintenance. [8]
OR
Q10)a) What are the various types of plant maintenance? [10]
b) Write a note on chemical hazards. [6]

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P2171 [5059]-724 [Total No. of Pages : 1

B.E. (Chemical)
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
( 2012 Course) ( End Semester ) (Elective- I) (409344 A )

Time : 2.5 Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answers any 5 question.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Use of Calculator is allowed.
5) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) Explain Kyoto Protocol in detail. [10]

OR
Q2) Discuss the environmental impact of Hydro energy with example. [10]

Q3) Discuss the Effects of Air Pollutants on Human Health. [10]

OR
Q4) Draw neat figure of Electrostatic Precipitator. Explain its working and
advantages. [10]
Q5) Discuss the types of water pollutants, their sources and effects. [16]
OR
Q6) What is Oxygen Sag curve? Discuss the significance of Oxygen Sag Curve.[16]

Q7) Discuss th Activated Sludge Process in detail with neat figure and its
working. [18]
OR
Q8) Explain the Trickling Filter Process in detail with neat figure and its working.[18]

Q9) Explain adsorption process for the removal of Heavy Metals. [16]
OR
Q10) Write Short notes on. [16]
a) Composting
b) Incineration
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P2091 [Total No. of Pages : 2

[5059] - 725
B.E. (Chemical) (Elective - I)
MEMBRANE TECHNOLOGY
(2012 Pattern) (End Semester)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer Q1 or Q2, Q3 or Q4, Q5 or Q6 and Q7 or Q8, Q9 or Q10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Assume Suitable data if necessary.

Q1) a) Define membrane. Explain isotropic and anisotropic membranes with

examples. [5]

b) What are the types of polymeric materials used for membrane separation
explain with structures. [5]

OR

Q2) a) What are the benefits and drawbacks of membrane processes over
conventional separation processes? [5]

b) Explain solution casting technique used for preparation of isotropic

nonporous membranes with neat figures. [5]

Q3) a) Explain how to repair membrane defects with example. [5]

b) Explain solution diffusion theory for RO. [5]

OR

Q4) a) Write on plate & frame membrane module. [5]

b) Derive Ferry Rankin equation for transport through surface filters. [5]

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Q5) a) Explain gel layer model. [10]

b) Write on types of membrane fouling and membrane cleaning [8]

OR

Q6) a) Explain boundary layer film model. [10]

b) Explain methods used to reduce concentration polarization. [8]

Q7) a) Describe NF with basic transport theory, membrane materials, modules

used, fouling and system designs. [8]

b) What are the different applications of MF? Explain any one in detail with
neat flow sheet. [8]

OR

Q8) a) Describe application of reverse osmosis, in sea water desalination with

neat flow sheet. [8]

b) Describe application of UF in food industry with neat flow sheet. [8]

Q9) a) Explain membrane distillation in detail. [8]

b) Explain basic transport theory, membrane materials and modules for

electro dialysis with application. [8]

OR

Q10)a) Write on membrane reactors and bioreactors. [8]

b) Describe gas separation application in hydrogen separation using metal

membranes. [8]

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[Total No. of Pages : 2
P2092
[5059] - 726
B.E. (Chemical)
CORROSION ENGINEERING
(2012 Pattern) (Elective - I)
Time : 2.5 Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Answer Q. No. 1 or 2, Q. No. 3 or 4, Q. No. 5 or 6, Q. No. 7 or 8. Q, No. 9 or 10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4) Use of logarithmic tables, slide ruler, Mollier Charts, electronic pocket
calculator and steam tables allowed.
5) Assume suitable data if necessary.

Q1) a) Define the term corrosion and differentiate it from erosion. [5]

b) How much corrosion product will be formed when 100g Zn completely

corroded. [5]

OR

Q2) a) Explain the different types of corrosion that we commonly come

across. [5]

b) Write note on conditions required for electrochemical corrosion. [5]

Q3) a) Explain the important factors that influence the corrosion of metals?[5]

b) Mention the theories of corrosion and explain any one of them. [5]

OR

Q4) a) Distinguish between wet and dry corrosion. [5]

b) What are the differences between EMF and Galvanic Series. [5]

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Q5) a) How does the corrosion product influence further corrosion. [8]
b) What are the factors that influence corrosion rate. [8]
OR
Q6) a) Explain electrochemical theory of corrosion with suitable example.[8]
b) Explain the control of corrosion by the use of sacrificial anode. [8]

Q7) Write note on : [16]

a) Pilling - Bedworth rule
b) Galvanic corrosion
c) Concentration cell corrosion
OR
Q8) Explain following types of corrosion : [16]
a) Pitting corrosion
b) Passivity
c) Inter-granular corrosion

Q9) a) Discuss about the use of inhibitors in corrosion control. [9]

b) Explain the process of electroplating with a suitable example. Mention
the uses of electroplating. [9]
OR
Q10)a) Discuss various methods of corrosion control. [9]
b) Give difference between galvanizing and tinning. [9]

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[Total No. of Pages : 2
P2093
[5059] - 727
B.E. (Chemical Engineering) (Semester - VII)
PETROLEUM REFINING
(2012 Pattern) (Elective - I)
Time : 2.5 Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Answer Q.1 or Q.2, Q.3 or Q.4, Q.5 or Q.6, Q.7 or Q.8. Q.9 or Q.10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Use of calculator is allowed.
5) Assume suitable data if necessary.

Q1) a) What are different types of crude oils? Give specifications of Indian
crude oil. [5]

b) What is the composition of crude oil? Explain various components

present in crude oil. [5]

OR

Q2) a) Define and briefly explain various properties of specific types of crude
oil. [5]

b) How exploration of crude oil is carried out? Explain the stages

involved. [5]

Q3) a) With the help of diagram explain atmospheric crude oil distillation
unit. [5]

b) What are the products of crude oil refininng? Explain their uses. [5]

OR

Q4) a) Explain in brief various pre-refining operations. [5]

b) What purpose does vacuum serve in crude distillation? List different

products obtained in vacuum distillation of crude oil. [5]
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Q5) a) List and explain various unit processes associated with refining of crude
oil. [10]
b) What are light ends? Give process description for recovery of light
ends. [7]
OR
Q6) a) Explain the lube oil de-asphalting by Kellogg - Tower Process. [10]
b) Explain the desired properties of lube oil. What role do additives
play? [7]

Q7) a) Explain in detail house-keeping practices in petroleum refining. [10]

b) How is bitumen manufactured? Explain it with process block diagram.[7]
OR
Q8) a) Why sulphur is undesirable in refining? Explain the process of sulphur
recovery from the crude. [10]
b) Explain reforming of gasoline? State advantages of gasoline
reforming. [7]

Q9) a) What are pollution sources in refining operations? Discuss different

ways to reduce pollution in refineries. [8]
b) How petroleum products are stored? Discuss various methods. [8]
OR
Q10)a) Why the blending of refinery products is done? Explain with suitable
examples. [8]
b) Discuss safe practices followed in refinery operations to ensure safety
of plant and personnel. [8]

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P2172 [5059]-728 [Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical)
CHEMICAL PROCESS SYNTHESIS
( 2012 Course) (End Semester ) (Semester-I) (Elective-II)

Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to candidates:
1) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
3) Use of logarithmic tables slide rule, Mollier charts, electronic pocket calculator
and steam tables is allowed.
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) a) Discuss hierarchy of chemical process design. [5]

b) What are the different steps involved in process design. [5]
OR
Q2) Benzene is to be produced from toluene according to reaction.
C6 H5 CH3 + H2 → C6 H6 +CH4
Some of the benzene formed undergoes a number of secondary reactions in
series to unwanted byproducts that can be characterized by the reaction to
diphenyl, according to reaction
2 C6 H6 U C12 H10 + H2
Table gives the compositions of the reactor feed and effluent streams.
Component Inlet flow rate Outlet flow rate
Kmol/h Kmol/h
H2 1858 1583
CH4 804 1083
C6H 6 13 282
C6H5CH3 372 93
C12H10 0 4

[5059]-728 1 P.T.O.
 Calculate the conversion, selectivity and reactor yield with respect to
a) Tolune feed
b) Hydrogen feed [10]
Q3) a) Explain the Rotary Vacuum filter with neat sketch. [5]
b) Explain Spray dryer with neat sketch. [5]
OR
Q4) a) Write note on absorption for the separation of low molar mass
materials. [5]
b) Draw three possible arrangements for a three stage evaporator. [5]

Q5) Explain with sketches the concept of heat integration of sequences of simple
distillation column. [16]
OR

Q6) a) Discuss thermal coupling for direct and indirect distillation sequencing.[8]
b) Explain distillation sequencing using optimization of a super structure.[8]

Q7) a) Explain heat recovery problem with one hot and one cold stream with
suitable example. [8]
b) What are threshold problems. [8]
OR

Q8) a) Explain heat recovery pinch. [8]

b) Discuss integration of heat pump schematically. [8]

Q9) a) Explain in detail the intensification of hazardous materials and attenuation

of hazardous materials. [12]
b) What are major hazards in process plants. [6]
OR
Q10)Write note on: [18]
a) Quantitative measures of inherent safety
b) Utility selection.

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Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No. :
P3087 [5059]-729
[Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E.(Chemical)(New)
INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
(2012 Pattern)(End Semester)(Semester-I)(Elective-II)(409345B)
Time :2 ½Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:
1) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
3) Assume suitable data, if necessary.
4) Attempt Q1 or Q2,Q3 or Q4,Q5 or Q6, Q7 or Q8, Q9 or Q10.

Q1) Write distinguishing points between. [10]

a) Entrepreneur and Intrapreneur.
b) Entrepreneur and Manager.
OR
Q2) Role of Entrepreneur in Indian economy. [10]

Q3) a) Explain the detail procedure to be followed for applying for an

entrepreneurship venture to a Government funding agency. [6]
b) Explain various commercial schemes offered for Entrepreneurial Venture.
[4]
OR
Q4) Explain in details [10]
a) District Industries Centres(DIC)
b) National Entrepreneurship Development Board(NEDB)
Q5) Write an explanatory note of Team Role Theory by Belbin. [16]
OR
Q6) a) Explain Business communication and communication process. [8]
b) Explain the Hierarchy of needs given by Abraham Maslow. [8]

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Q7) Elaborate on Six Sigma concept, Enlist its requirements and advantages.[16]
OR
Q8) a) Explain the following [8]
i) Adding resources to the model,
ii) Resource management &crashing.
b) Elaborate a case study of a project involving various resources, timeline
& costs [8]

Q9) Explain in detail marketing and marketing management. What is the various
marketing research for new product marketing. [18]
OR
Q10)Explain the following (Any three): [18]
a) Channel of Distribution
b) Promotion and pricing
c) Integrated marketing communications
d) Product and brand management.

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P3776 [5059]-730
[Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical)
PIPING DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
(2012 Pattern) (Semester - I) (End Sem.) (Elective - II) (409345)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer Q1 or Q2. Q3 or Q4, Q5 or Q6, Q7 or Q8, Q9 or Q10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Assume Suitable data if necessary.

Q1) For a pipe network shown in figure. Determine the flow in each pipe. The
value of n may be assumed as 2.0. [10]

OR
Q2) List out the major standards providing engineering bodies in piping. Explain
most commonly used piping components and their dimensional standards.[10]

Q3) Explain Gasket selection criterion, properties of gasket, and different types of
gaskets used in Industry with suitable example. [10]
OR
Q4) What are the steps followed during sizing of control valve. [10]

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Q5) a) Water at 15º C flows through a 25 cm diameter riveted steel pipe of
length 450 m and roughness ε = 3.2 mm. The head loss is known to be
7.30 m. Find the volumetric flow rate of water in the pipe. [8]
b) Find the head loss due to the flow of 2,500 gpm of oil (ν = 1.15 × 10–4
ft2/s) through 1,600 feet of 8'' diameter cast iron pipe. If the density of
the oil ρ = 1.75 kg/ft3. [8]
OR
Q6) a) Explain NPSHA and NPSHR. [8]
b) Explain the pressure loss in slurry pipeline with heterogeneous pipe
flow. [8]

Q7) a) A steam pipe with 100 mm ID and 110 mm OD is covered with an

insulating material having thermal conductivity of 1.0 (W/m.K). The steam
temperature is 473 K and ambient temperature is 293 K. Taking the
convective heat transfer coefficient between the insulation surface and
air as 8.0 (W/m2.K), find the critical radius of insulation. For this value
(rc), calculate the heat loss per meter of pipe and outer surface temperature.
Neglect the resistance of pipe wall. [8]
b) Explain optimum thickness of insulation. [8]
OR
Q8) Write a short note on: [16]
a) Hot & cold insulation in piping.
b) Critical thickness of insulation.

Q9) a) What are factors considered when the designer is locating equipment in
the plot plan? [8]
b) Explain the concept of PFD, P & ID and utility diagram. [10]
OR
Q10)Write short note on: [18]
a) Piping Isometrics.
b) Equipment layout.
c) Pipe Rack.

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P2094
[5059] - 731
B.E. (Chemical)
ADVANCED SEPARATION PROCESSES
(2012 Pattern) (End Semester)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Answer QNo. 1 or QNo. 2, QNo.3 or QNo.4, QNo.5 or QNo. 6, QNo.7 or
QNo.8, QNo.9 or QNo. 10
2) Answers to the two sections should be written in separate books.
3) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
4) Use of logarithmic tables slide rule, Mollier Charts, Electronic pocket
calculator and steam tables is allowed.
5) Assume suitable data, if necessary.
Q1) Explain the concept of K values and its application in design of
multicomponent distillation column. [10]
OR
Q2) Explain the working principles of Azeotropic and extractive distillation
process in detail. [10]

Q3) Explain reactive distillation and its applications. [10]

OR
Q4) Explain reactive crystallization and its industrial applications. [10]

Q5) a) Explain the mechanism of electro dialysis and its applications in detail.
[8]
b) Explain membrane fouling in RO process. [8]
OR
Q6) a) Explain in detail 'Pervaporation'. [8]
b) Explain the details of mass transfer in pervaporation process. [8]

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Q7) Explain 'Temperature swing adsorption' and 'pressure swing adsorption' in
detail with neat diagram. [16]
OR
Q8) a) Give the industrial applications of chromatography. [8]
b) Explain in detail 'liquid chromatography. [8]

Q9) Write short notes on the following : [18]

a) Zone electrophoresis.
b) Molecular sieves.
c) Zone refining.
OR
Q10)Write short notes on the following : [18]
a) Collapse and drainage phenomena
b) Froth flotation
c) Properties of foam

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P2173 [5059]-732 [Total No. of Pages : 1

B.E. Chemical
PROCESS MODELING AND SIMULATION
( 2012 Course) ( End Semester ) ( Semester-II )

Time : 2.5 Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer any 5 questions.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Use of Calculator is allowed.
5) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) Explain the application of mathematical modeling and its scope of coverage.[10]
OR
Q2) What is the difference between the steady state system & unsteady state
system? Explain with examples. [10]

Q3) Derive model for Flow through Packed bed column. [10]
OR
Q4) Derive the model for double pipe heat exchanger. [10]

Q5) Develop a model for Flash distillation. [16]

OR
Q6) Develop a dynamic model for absorption column. [16]

Q7) Develop a dynamic model for slurry reactor. [18]

OR
Q8) Develop a dynamic model for Trickle Bed Reactor. [18]

Q9) What is process simulation? Write approaches for simulation. Explain each
with suitable example. [16]
OR
Q10) a) What are the limitations of mathematical models? [16]
b) Explain the simulation scheme for effluent treatment palnt .

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P2174 [5059]-733 [Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical Engineering)

PROCESS ENGINEERING COSTING & PLANT DESIGN
( 2012 Course)

Time : 2 ½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to candidates:
1) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
3) Use of logarithmic tables slide rule, Mollier charts, electronic pocket
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) Explain the necessity of pilot plant data requirement even laboratory data is
available. [10]
OR
Q2) Explain the importance of following factors considered for plant design: [10]
a) Material of Construction
b) Equipment design & Specification
c) Safety factor
Q3) A batch reactor was procured at Rs.80,000 with a service life of 10 years. Its
salvage value is estimated to be Rs.7000. Evuluate the reactors value of the
equipment at the end of its service life of five years using. [10]
a) Straight line method
b) Textbook declining - balance method
c) Double declining method ( 200 %)
Declining balances method using a fixed % factor giving a depreciation tare
Equivalent to twice the minimum rate with the (SLM).
OR
Q4) Explain the factors used for selection of process. [10]

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Q5) Explain various factors considered for plant location. [18]
OR
Q6) Determine expected time & variances for each activity in network shown
below: [18]

Q7) Draw & explain the layouts & name of the parts. [18]
OR
Q8) Find the values of X,Y,Z that minimize the function X+2Y+Z subjected to the
Constraint that X+Y+Z=1, making use of the Lagrangian multipliers. [18]

Q9) Explain step wise procedure for the role of project engineer. [14]
OR
Q10)State differences between CPM & PERT with suitable examples. [14]

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Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No. :
P2175 [5059]-734 [Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical)
ENERGY CONSERVATION IN CHEMICAL PROCESS INDUSTRIES
( 2012 Course) (End Semester ) (Semester II)(409351 A)

Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer any 5 questions.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Use of logarithmic tables, slide rule, Mollier charts, electronic pocket, calculator
and steam tables is allowed.
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) Explain the power generation by wind and Geothermal energy. [10]
OR
Q2) Explain the benefit of energy efficiency towards industry, nation & globe.[10]

Q3) Define Energy Management & State its objectives, Explain the principles of
energy management. [10]
OR
Q4) Define energy audit as per the energy conservation Act 2001. Explain detailed
energy audit mathodology. [10]
Q5) Discuss the importance of nuclear option for power generation in India? [10]
OR
Q6) Enlist the ideas for improvement of a Boiler efficiency? [10]

Q7) a) Write in deatails waste heat utilization for energy conservation in process
industries. Give suitable examples. [10]
b) Enlist activites for promoting energy conservation in present status.[10]
OR
Q8) a) Enlist the checklist for energy conservation in lighting system. [10]
b) How and where the energy losses can be minimized in a Mixing Vessel. [10]

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Q9) a) Draw the sketch of heat pump and explain its principle and working.[10]
b) Explain the model role of equipment manufacturer in the development
and future prospects for a process industries. [10]

OR
Q10)a) Explain waste minimization and its classification, housekeeping, process
change, recycling, product modification, waste minimization methodology
steps, benefits of waste minimization in Petroleum industry. [10]

b) Explain waste minimization and its classification, housekeeping, process

change, recycling, product modification, waste minimization methodology
steps, benefits of waste minimization in Sugar industry. [10]

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P2095
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B.E. (Chemical Engineering) (Semester - II)
CHEMICAL PROCESS SAFETY
(2012 Pattern) (Elective - III)
Time : 2.½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Answer Q. 1 or Q. 2, Q. 3 or Q. 4, Q. 5 or Q. 6, Q. 7 or Q. 8. Q.9 or Q.10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.

Q1) a) Explain safety program with a neat diagram. [6]

b) Define Threshold Limit Values. [4]
OR
Q2) a) Estimate in detail worker exposures to toxic vapors. [6]
b) Explain evaluation phase in Industrial hygiene. [4]

Q3) a) Discuss in short various legislations on safety control in chemical process

plants. [7]
b) Explain in short Dose versus Response curves. [3]
OR
Q4) Explain in detail about Unconfined Vapor Cloud Explosion (UVCE). [10]

Q5) a) Discuss in detail storage and handling of toxic and flammable

materials. [8]
b) Describe in brief Relief systems those are using in Chemical industry.[8]
OR
Q6) a) Explain pressure versus time curves for Runaway reactions. [8]
b) Describe the ventilation and sprinkler systems to prevent fires and
explosions. [8]

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Q7) a) Write a short note on Event trees and fault trees. [8]
b) Discuss in detail the concept for preventing the fire and explosion.[10]
OR
Q8) a) Describe hazards Identification and state process hazards checklists.[10]
b) Describe Review of probability theory for Risk Assessment. [8]

Q9) a) Explain in detail Emergency Shutdown System. [8]

b) Discuss types of safety reviews and concept of risk assessment. [8]
OR
Q10)Write a short notes on : [16]
a) Tackling of Disaster
b) Plan for Emergency
c) Role of a Computer in safety
d) Hazard models and risk data

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Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No. :
P3088 [5059]-736 [Total No. of Pages : 3

B.E (Chemical Engineering)

FOOD TECHNOLOGY
(2012 Course) (Semester -VIII) (409351) (Elective-III)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:

1) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

2) Neat Figures to the right indicate full marks.
3) Use of scientific calculator is allowed.
4) Attempt Q.1 or 2, Q.3 or 4, Q.5 or 6, Q.7 or 8 and Q.9 or 10.

Q1) a) Explain the theory of drying along with its equipment used in food
processing. Also explain how it affects on food. [5]
b) Explain how following techniques are used in food preservation with
suitable examples. [5]
i) Freeze drying
ii) Microwave processing

OR

Q2) a) Enlist and differentiate between dairy and non dairy products with suitable
examples. [5]
b) Write short note on [5]
i) Dielectric heating of food
ii) Radiation Processing
iii) Hydrostatic pressure cooking of food

Q3) a) Explain natural and ventilated low temperature storage used for fruits
and vegetables storage. [5]
b) Enlist various chemical properties of fruits and vegetables, Explain them
in detail with suitable examples. [5]

OR

Q4) a) What are various tests to be performed on raw milk before its approval
for further processing? [3]
b) Enlist various fruit and vegetable products. [2]
c) Explain theory and process of Paneer and Khoa making. [5]

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Q5) a) Define and explain in short following size reduction laws [10]
i) Bonds law
ii) Rittingers law
iii) Kick’s law

b) What is a effect of size reduction on properties of food? Explain with

suitable examples. [8]

OR

Q6) a) Enlist various size reduction equipment along with type of forces acting
in them. Also mention at least three examples of each. [8]

b) Write short note on [10]

i) Hot oil frying
ii) Hot air dehydration

Q7) a) What do you mean by packaging of food? Explain its importance in

food industries. Enlist various Packaging materials used in food industries [6]

b) Differentiate between flexible and non flexible packaging. Give suitable

Examples. [5]
c) What are various advancements in food packaging? Enlist and explain
any Two. [5]

OR

Q8) a) Explain the process of corrosion of containers in food industries and

explain how it is controlled? [8]

b) i) What are various factors which influence on selection of right

packaging material? Explain with suitable examples. [5]
ii) Enlist various purposes served by packaging materials. Explain with
suitable examples. [3]

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Q9) a) Explain how assessment of fruits, vegetables, cereals and other food
products is done for its quality control. [6]

b) Write short note on [10]

i) Food adulteration and its safety
ii) Rheology of food products and its importance in food quality.

OR

Q10)a) Explain food regulation and its grades and standards along with various
methodologies and acts for it [8]
b) Explain the following [8]
i) USFDA
ii) Trends and composition of India’s foreign trade in food

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Total No. of Questions : 8] SEAT No. :
P3089 [5059]-737 [Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical )
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2012 Course) (Semester II) (409351) (Elective-III)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates:

1) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.

2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.

Q1) a) State properties and applications of anstempered ductile iron. [6]

b) Describe properties and applications of advanced polymeric material-
Kevlar. [6]
c) Describe advanced powder synthesis techniques used for ceramic
materials. [6]

OR

Q2) a) Describe advanced metallic systems used for special applications. [6]
b) Explain fiber technology in preparing composite polymeric materials. [6]
c) Explain the effect of microstructural design on properties of advanced
ceramic materials. [6]

Q3) a) Explain the reinforcing mechanisms in formation of composite materials. [8]

b) Explain the factors influencing the properties of composite materials.[8]

OR

Q4) a) Explain fibre winding techniques used in preparing polymer composite

materials. [8]
b) State applications of advanced composite materials. [8]

Q5) a) Explain mechanical behavior of metal composites. [8]

b) Explain crack propagation mechanism in metal composites. [8]

OR

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Q6) a) Explain fabrication processes for preparing metal composites. [8]
b) Explain crack propagation mechanism in ceramic composites. [8]

Q7) Write short notes on the following: [20]

a) Properties of carbon composites.
b) Ablative polymers.
c) Air craft materials.
d) Nanomaterials.

OR

Q8) Write short notes on the following: [20]

a) Preparation methods for carbon composites.
b) Synthesis & characterization of nano materials.
c) Manufacturing of ablative polymers.
d) Chemical engineering background of application of nanomaterials.

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[Total No. of Pages : 2
P2096
[5059] - 738
B.E. (Chemical) (Elective - IV)
CATALYSIS
(2012 Pattern)
Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Answer Q. 1 or Q. 2, Q. 3 or Q. 4, Q. 5 or Q. 6, Q. 7 or Q. 8. Q. 9 or Q. 10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right side indicate full marks.
4) Assume suitable data if necessary.

Q1) Explain how homogenous and hetrogeneous catalyst is industrially

useful? [10]
OR
Q2) Explain the application of catalyst in organic industrial process. [10]

Q3) What is adsorption isotherm? Write down important assumption of Langmuir

Adsorption Isotherm and obtain its mathematical expression. [10]
OR
Q4) For the reaction, A ¶¶ l 4R, (gaseous reaction) run at 3 atm and 120 °C.
The rate at this temperature is measure as a – rA1 = 98 CA, Mol/kgCat.hr.
Determine the amount of catalyst needed in a packed bed reactor with a very
large recycle rate (assume mixed flow) for 40 % conversion of A to R for a
feed rate of 2500 mol/hr of pure A. [10]

Q5) 10.68 gm of imported hydrogenation catalyst when studied with N 2

adsorption reveals [16]
Pressure, (mmHg) 6 70 110 240 380 452
Volume adsorbed (cm3) 68 147 172 215 267 318
The volume is measured at 0 °C and 1 atm. Estimate the surface area of the
catalyst.
Data : Density of liquid N2 at –195.8 °C is 0.808 gm/cm3.

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 OR
Q6) a) Explain the major steps involved in the preparation of Catalysts. [8]
b) Explain the helium-mercury method for determining the void
volume. [8]

Q7) Write a short note on : [16]

a) Modification of Zeolites
b) Industrial application of molecular sieves
OR
Q8) Write a short note on : [16]
a) Applications of Zeolite
b) ZSM-5

Q9) a) Explain the methods for evaluating the constants (k and Cm) of the
m-m equation. [9]
b) Give the kinetics of competitive inhibition. [9]
OR
Q10)Substrate A and enzyme E flows through a mixed how reactor of volume(V)
6 lit. Find a rate equation to represent the action of enzyme on the substrate
using the following data. [18]
CEO (mol/lit) 0.02 0.01 0.001
CAO (mol/lit) 0.2 0.3 0.69
CA (mol/lit) 0.04 0.15 0.6
v,(l/h) 3 4 1.2

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Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No. :

P3752 [Total No. of Pages : 2

[5059]-740
B.E. (Semester - VI)
FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGY
(2012 Pattern) (Elective - IV)

Time : 2½ Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer Q1 or Q2, Q3 or Q4, Q5 or Q6, Q7 or Q8, Q9 or Q10.
2) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
3) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4) Assume Suitable data if necessary.

Q1) Compare polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell and solid oxide fuel cell.
Describe the construction and working of any one of them. [10]
OR
Q2) a) Calculate the current in amperes required to liberate silver completely
from a solution containing 7.5 × 10–3 kg of AgNO3 in one hour. (E.C.E.
of Ag = 1.118 × 10–3 kg/C, Atomic Mass of Ag = 108, N = 14, O = 16).
[5]
b) What is Emf of a cell? How it is calculated from emf of a half cell? [5]

Q3) Describe various steps involved in an electrode reaction. [10]

OR
Q4) Describe various ways by which hydrogen can be stored in a hydrogen based
fuel cell unit. Also discuss difficulties cum challenges for the same. [10]

Q5) a) Describe various overpotential losses and their importance in the design
considerations of a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell. [8]
b) Describe various cathodic catalyst materials used in the construction of
a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell and their possible functions in
its working. [8]

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 OR
Q6) Write short notes on any three : [16]

a) Anodic Materials of PEMFCs

b) Schematic diagram of PEMFCs

c) Gas Diffusion Layer Materials

d) Electrode Support Materials

Q7) a) Describe the construction and working of tubular and flat Solid Oxide
Fuel Cell. [8]

b) Describe with the help of a diagram reduction reaction on the TPB of an

anode made of NI-YSZ. [8]

OR

Q8) Describe the mechanism of charge transfer at extensive three phase boundaries,
and illustrate the importance of materials involved in its construction. [16]

Q9) Write down generic fuel conversion reactions before a fuel is fed to the fuel
cell. [18]

OR

Q10)a) Describe any one arrangement of a hybrid fuel system. [9]

b) Write a detailed note on autothermal reforming needed in fuel

processing. [9]

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Total No. of Questions : 10] SEAT No. :
P2176 [5059]-740-A [Total No. of Pages : 2

B.E. (Chemical)
PETROCHEMICAL ENGINEERING
( 2012 Course) (Elective - IV) (Semester- II) (409352)

Time : 3 Hours] [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer any 5 questions.
2) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
3) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
4) Assume suitable data, if necessary.

Q1) Define Petrochemicals and the status of Petrochemical industries in India.[10]

OR
Q2) Describe main basic building blocks of petrochemical industry explain with
suitable. Examples . Enlist the petrochemical products that are produced from
benzen. [10]

Q3) Describe the BTX aromatic separation by suitable diagram. [10]

OR
Q4) List out the various separation and purification techniques used in
petrochemical industry. Explain any two techniques. [10]

Q5) a) With neat sketches explain in detail about production ethylene glycol as
a second generation intermediates. [12]
b) Discuss the various types and uses of second generation intermediates
in petrochemicals. [6]
OR
Q6) With neat schematic diagram describe about the production of maleic anhydride
from benzene and also discuss the major Engineering problems. [18]

Q7) a) Define addition polymerization. Describe the steps and mechanisms of

addition Polymerization. [10]
b) Explain classification of different polymerization process along with its
advantages and disadvantages. [6]
OR

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Q8) a) With neat sketches explain in detail about production of PVC along with
its engineering problems. [10]
b) What are various polymeric products? Differentiate between different
polymerization processes. [6]

Q9) a) Discuss about recent advances in petrochemical plants & refineries in

India. [10]

b) Discuss major petrochemical plants in India as well as in world. [6]

OR

Q10) Write a note on following. [16]

a) Pollution control aspects in Petrochemical industries.
b) Safety consideration in petrochemical plants.

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