Heat flux increases with temperature drop beyond the Leiden frost point in the plot of heat flux vs. temperature drop for a boiling liquid, because___________________?

Correct answer: C. Radiation becomes important

  • A. Convection becomes important
  • B. Conduction becomes important
  • C. Radiation becomes important
  • D. Sub-cooled boiling occurs

Explanation

Beyond the Leidenfrost point, a stable vapour film separates the liquid from the hot surface, reducing direct conduction and convection. As the temperature difference grows, thermal radiation becomes increasingly significant and raises the heat flux.

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