In the equation Q = UAΔt; Δt is_________________________?

Correct answer: C. Logarithmic mean temperature difference

  • A. Geometric mean temperature difference
  • B. Arithmetic mean temperature difference
  • C. Logarithmic mean temperature difference
  • D. The difference of average bulk temperatures of hot and cold fluids

Explanation

For a heat exchanger, the temperature-driving force is represented by the logarithmic mean temperature difference, which accounts for the changing temperature difference along the exchanger. Thus Δt is LMTD.

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