Practice - Refrigerants – Classification, Nomenclature, Desirable Properties, and Selection
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Practice Questions
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What is a natural refrigerant? Can you name one?
💡 Hint: Think of substances used historically in ice making.
What does the 'R' stand for in refrigerants like R-410A?
💡 Hint: This is the first letter in the word.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which of the following is a natural refrigerant?
💡 Hint: Think of naturally occurring substances.
True or False: Synthetic refrigerants contribute to ozone depletion.
💡 Hint: Recall the impacts of CFCs on the environment.
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Challenge Problems
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Propose a refrigerant for a new refrigerating system designed for tropical climates. Justify your choice based on its properties and environmental impact.
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental regulations and the unique conditions of tropical climates.
Critically analyze the trade-offs between using natural refrigerants versus synthetic ones in modern HVAC systems.
💡 Hint: Reflect on both the short-term efficiency and long-term environmental consequences.
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