What type of reactor contains a mixer or agitator mounted to the tank?

A) Tubular reactor
B) Fixed bed reactor
C) Stirred tank reactor
D) Fluidized bed reactor


Answer: C
Explanation: A) Incorrect. A tubular reactor is a cylindrical heat exchanger used to contain a reaction.
B) Incorrect. A fixed bed reactor is a reactor vessel in which the catalyst bed is stationary as the reactants are passed over it.
C) Correct. A stirred tank reactor contains a mixer or agitator mounted to the tank.
D) Incorrect. A fluidized bed reactor uses countercurrent flows of gas to suspend and separate solids.

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