4035Chemical EngineeringMedium
Condensing film co-efficient for steam on horizontal tubes ranges from 5000 to 15000 Kcal/hr.m2.°C. Condensation of vapor is carried out inside the tube in a shell and tube heat exchanger, when the________?
ALower pressure drop through the exchanger is desired
BTemperature of the incoming vapor is very high
CCondensate is corrosive in nature
DHigher condensing film co-efficient is desired
Correct answer
C. Condensate is corrosive in nature
Explanation
The correct answer is Condensate is corrosive in nature.