A refrigerator may be termed as a____________________?

Correct answer: C. Heat pump

  • A. Carnot engine
  • B. Heat engine
  • C. Heat pump
  • D. None of these

Explanation

A refrigerator is a heat pump operated to remove heat from a low-temperature space and reject it to the surroundings. A heat engine performs the reverse overall purpose, converting heat flow into work.

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