Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics 8th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1118412931
ISBN 13: 978-1-11841-293-0

Chapter 8 - Exercises: Things Engineers Think About - Page 488: 9

Answer

Fouling consists of material like silt, marine microorganisms , mineral deposits,etc. Fouling adds a layer of thermal resistance to between the water side and the steam side, because fouling consists of materials low on thermal conductivity. This decreases the Heat transfer rate between steam and water. Hence it is important to get rid of fouling on a regular basis.

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Fouling consists of material like silt, marine microorganisms , mineral deposits,etc. Fouling adds a layer of thermal resistance to between the water side and the steam side, because fouling consists of materials low on thermal conductivity. This decreases the Heat transfer rate between steam and water. Hence it is important to get rid of fouling on a regular basis.
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