Which of the following is the most suitable material of construction for the condenser tubes, where the cooling medium is brine (salty water) ?

Correct answer: C. Titanium

  • A. Aluminium
  • B. Copper
  • C. Titanium
  • D. Stainless steel

Explanation

Titanium is highly resistant to chloride-rich brine and has excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, making it suitable for condenser tubes. Aluminium and copper are attacked more readily, while stainless steel may still suffer chloride corrosion.

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