Membrane reverse osmosis

Layer 2 — Chemistryin the Separation Science subtree

Loeb-Sourirajan 1962 asymmetric cellulose-acetate membrane; pressure above osmotic gradient drives water through, salt rejected; desalination 30-60 kWh / m^3 brackish, 2-5 kWh / m^3 SW.

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