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An aqueous feed solution of 1000 kg/h containing 23.5 wt % acetone and 76.5 wt % water is being
extracted in a countercurrent multistage extraction system using pure Methyl-isobutyl ketone
(MIK) solvent at 298-299K. The outlet water raffinate is to contain 2.5 wt % acetone. The
equilibrium data is given below.