Which refrigerant is most suitable for an industrial refrigeration plant operating at -40°F according to Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 22nd ed.?

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Which refrigerant is most suitable for an industrial refrigeration plant operating at -40°F according to Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 22nd ed.?

AR-134a
BR-404A
R-22
DR-410A

Exam tip

Consult technical references for the appropriate refrigerant selection based on operating temperatures and system requirements.

Why C is correct

R-22 is the most suitable refrigerant for low-temperature applications such as those at -40°F. R-134a, R-404A, and R-410A are not as effective at such low temperatures.

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Which refrigerant is most suitable for an industrial refrigeration plant operating at -40°F according to Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 22nd ed.?

Which refrigerant is most suitable for an industrial refrigeration plant operating at -40°F according to Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 22nd ed.?

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