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Chapter 18, Problem 97PP

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Problem 97PP

Suppose an OTEC system operates with surface water at 22 °C and deep water at 4.0 °C. What is the maximum efficiency this system could have?

A. 6.10%

B. 8.20%

C. 9.40%

D. 18.0%

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QUESTION:

Problem 97PP

Suppose an OTEC system operates with surface water at 22 °C and deep water at 4.0 °C. What is the maximum efficiency this system could have?

A. 6.10%

B. 8.20%

C. 9.40%

D. 18.0%

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Solution 97PP

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To calculate the efficiency of an OTEC system.

The equation for efficiency of a system is,

Where,  - Temperature of the cold reservoir

              -  Temperature of the hot reservoir

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