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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

D. It leads to significant cost reduction

Answer: Option C

Solution (By Examveda Team)

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

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Comments (2)

Nihar Murmu:

5 years ago

Option D correct
Hanumant Gavali:

6 years ago

Options D is correct
Positive work of an isentropic expansion is large.
But it could achieve by paying extra money on it.

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