The primary function of a reflux drum in a fractionation column is to provide a surge capacity for the condensed overhead vapor and to separate the liquid reflux from the product. A fractionation column, also known as a distillation column, separates components of a liquid mixture based on their boiling points. The overhead vapor from the column is cooled and condensed in a condenser. The resulting liquid stream is then se....
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