What is a flat or notched dam or barrier to liquid flow that is normally used either to measure fluid flows or to maintain a given depth of fluid?

A) Weir
B) Boot
C) Baffle
D) Vane separator


Answer: A
Explanation: A) Correct. A weir is a flat or notched dam or barrier to liquid flow that is normally used either to measure fluid flows or to maintain a given depth of fluid.
B) Incorrect. A boot is a section at the bottom of a process vessel where water or other unwanted fluid is collected and removed.
C) Incorrect. A baffle a metal plate, placed at strategic positions inside a vessel, which alters the flow of the material in the vessel and can serve to facilitate mixing.
D) Incorrect. A vane separator is a device, composed of metal vanes, used to separate liquids from gases or solids from liquids.

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