Question

The condition of refrigerant at the exit of the compressor in a vapor compression refrigeration system is:

• A. Saturated liquid
• B. Wet vapor
• C. Dry saturated vapor
• D. Superheated vapor

Hint:

In vapor compression systems, remember that after the compressor, the refrigerant is in a superheated vapor state before it enters the condenser.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

In a vapor compression refrigeration system, the refrigerant undergoes compression, which increases its pressure and temperature. At the exit of the compressor, the refrigerant is typically in a superheated vapor state.

Saturated liquid: Refers to a liquid that is at its boiling point, and this is not the state at the exit of the compressor.

Wet vapor: Refers to a mixture of liquid and vapor, which is not the case after the refrigerant exits the compressor.

Dry saturated vapor: Is the state where the vapor is fully vaporized but at the boiling point. After the compressor, the refrigerant is usually in a superheated state.

Superheated vapor: This is the correct answer. This is the condition of the refrigerant after compression, where it is heated beyond its boiling point.