Baffles provided on the shell side of a shell and tube heat exchanger are meant for _____________________?
Correct answer: B. Both A & B
- A. Providing support for the tubes
- B. Both A & B
- C. Improving heat transfer
- D. Preventing the fouling of tubes & stagnation of shell side fluid
Explanation
Shell-side baffles support the tubes and force the fluid across them, increasing turbulence and heat-transfer coefficient. They also reduce stagnant regions, so both stated purposes are applicable.
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