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Which one of the following is not considered as an approaches to minimize membrane fouling ? Optimize pH Optimize ionic strength Increase the cross flow velocity Decrease the cross flow velocity

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Which one of the following is not considered as an approaches to minimize membrane fouling ? Optimize pH Optimize ionic strength Increase the cross flow velocity Decrease the cross flow velocity

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The option that is not considered an approach to minimize membrane fouling is "Decrease the cross flow velocity".

Here's why:

  1. Optimize pH: The pH of the solution can significantly affect the fouling behavior. By optimizing the pH, the charge on the membrane surface and foulants can be adjusted, which can reduce the fouling.

  2. Optimize ionic strength: The ionic strength of the solution can affect the interaction forces between the foulants and the membrane surface. By optimizing the ionic strength, the fouling can be minimized.

  3. Increase the cross flow velocity: Increasing the cross flow velocity can reduce the concentration polarization, which is a major cause of membrane fouling. The increased velocity can also create a shear force that can remove the foulants from the membrane surface.

  4. Decrease the cross flow velocity: This is not a method to minimize membrane fouling. In fact, decreasing the cross flow velocity can increase the concentration polarization and thus increase the fouling. Therefore, this is not considered an approach to minimize membrane fouling.

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