Mixing
Mixing is another important classifying feature for continuous reactors. Good mixing improves the efficiency of heat and mass transfer.
In terms of trajectory through the reactor, the ideal flow condition for a continuous reactor is plug flow (since this delivers uniform residence time within the reactor). There is however a measure of conflict between good mixing and plug flow since mixing generates axial as well as radial movement of the fluid. In tube type reactors (with or without static mixing), adequate mixing can be achieved without seriously compromising plug flow. For this reason, these types of reactor are sometimes referred to as plug flow reactors.
Continuous reactors can be classified in terms of the mixing mechanism as follows:
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