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Mechanical Engineering · Q19

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 19

Q19

In a vapour compression refrigeration system, a throttle valve is used in place of an expander because

A.
It considerably reduces mass of the system
B.
It improves the C.O.P., as the condenser is small
C.
The positive work in isentropic expansion of liquid is very small
Answer
D.
It leads to significant cost reduction

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
In a vapour compression refrigeration system, a throttle valve is used in place of an expander because The positive work in isentropic expansion of liquid is very small