RefrigerationQuestion 55 of 110
The condenser in an air-conditioning system performs which function?
a.Absorbs heat and boils refrigerant
b.Rejects heat and condenses refrigerant vapor into liquid
c.Meters refrigerant flow
d.Filters the air
Explanation
In the condenser, high-pressure, high-temperature vapor gives up heat to the outdoor air and condenses into a high-pressure liquid. This heat rejection is what allows the cycle to remove heat from indoors. Airflow across the condenser coil is essential for this process.
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