To find the final volume of chemical B, we can first calculate the remaining volume of chemical A after the replacement process is completed.
Step 1: Understand the given parameters
- Initial volume of chemical A (V) = 10 litres.
- Total volume of the mixture in the container remains constant at 10 litres.
- Volume replaced in each step (x) = 1 litre.
- Number of times the process is performed (n) = 3 (The first replacement, then a second replacement, and then performed "once more").
Step 2: Apply the replacement formula
The formula for the amount of the original liquid remaining after n replacements is given by:
Final Amount of A=Initial Amount×(1−Vx)n
Substitute the values into the formula:
A3=10×(1−101)3
A3=10×(109)3
A3=10×1000729
A3=7.29 litres
Step 3: Calculate the volume and percentage of chemical B
Since the total volume of the mixture is always 10 litres, the volume of chemical B present in the container after 3 operations is:
Volume of B=Total Volume−Final Amount of A
Volume of B=10−7.29=2.71 litres
Now, convert this volume into a percentage of the total mixture:
Percentage of B=(102.71)×100=27.1%
Approximately, the percentage of chemical B is 27%.
Therefore, the correct option is B.