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Condensing film co-efficient for steam on horizontal tubes ranges from 5000 to 15000 Kcal/hr.m² .°C. Condensation of vapor is carried out inside the tube in a shell and tube heat exchanger, when the

a.

higher condensing film co-efficient is desired.

b.

condensate is corrosive in nature.

c.

lower pressure drop through the exchanger is desired.

d.

temperature of the incoming vapor is very high.

Answer: (b).condensate is corrosive in nature.

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