Q158
The ratio of heat extracted in the refrigerator to the work-done on the refrigerant is called
A.
Coefficient of performance of refrigeration
AnswerB.
Coefficient of performance of heat pump
C.
Relative coefficient of performance
D.
Refrigerating efficiency
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The efficiency of a refrigerator or heat pump is given by a parameter called the coefficient of performance (C.O.P.).The C.O.P. of a refrigerator is given by the following equation: