In case of parallel flow heat exchanger, the lowest temperature theoretically attainable by the hot fluid is _____________ the outlet temperature of the cold fluid?

Correct answer: A. Equal to

  • A. Equal to
  • B. More than
  • C. Less than
  • D. Either more or less than (depending upon the fluid)

Explanation

In parallel flow, the hot and cold streams move in the same direction, and the hot-fluid outlet cannot practically fall below the cold-fluid outlet. In the limiting case of infinitely large area, the two outlet temperatures become equal.

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