Question

If moisture content of solid on dry basis is \( X \), then the same on wet basis is ____

• A. \( \frac{X}{(X+1)} \)
• B. \( \frac{X}{1-X} \)
• C. \( \frac{(1+X)}{X} \)
• D. \( \frac{(1-X)}{X} \)

Hint:

Use \( X_w = \frac{X_d}{1 + X_d} \) to convert dry basis to wet basis moisture content.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Wet basis: \( X_w = \frac{\text{moisture}}{\text{moisture} + \text{dry matter}} \)
Dry basis: \( X_d = \frac{\text{moisture}}{\text{dry matter}} \Rightarrow X_w = \frac{X_d}{1 + X_d} \)