Question

In a heat exchanger, floating head is provided to

a.

facilitate cleaning of the exchanger.

b.

increase the heat transfer area.

c.

relieve stresses caused by thermal expansion.

d.

increase log mean temperature gradient.

Answer: (c).relieve stresses caused by thermal expansion.

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