Explore topic-wise MCQs in Heat Transfer.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Heat Transfer knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Recognize the given Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger.

A. 1-2 Shell and Tube
B. 2-3 Shell and Tube
C. 2-4 Shell and Tube
D. 3-6 Shell and Tube
Answer» E.
2.

For the calculation of Overall Heat transfer coefficient UD, for given fouling factor Rf and Dirt Factor Rd, which one of the following expressions do we use?

A. (UC-1 + Rd-1+ Rf)-1
B. (UC-1 + Rd+ Rf)-1
C. (UC-1 + Rd+ Rf-1)
D. (UC-1 + Rd + Rf)
Answer» C. (UC-1 + Rd+ Rf-1)
3.

Which of the following statements are incorrect about Baffles in a Shell and Tube HE?

A. Baffles provide mechanical support to the tubes and help them to be in position
B. Baffles streamline the motion of the fluid in Shell side and hence decreases the turbulence
C. The most common type of baffle is segmental baffles
D. Baffles increase the overall heat transfer coefficient on the shell side
Answer» C. The most common type of baffle is segmental baffles
4.

When a fluid is used in a Shell and Tube heat exchanger, which one of the following is not true?

A. If the fluid is gas then the gas side heat transfer coefficient is the lowest
B. Extended fins are used on the shell side to increase the Heat Transfer coefficient
C. Baffles are provided only to work as fins
D. Fins increase necessary heat transfer area
Answer» D. Fins increase necessary heat transfer area
5.

When we want to heat a stream of liquid by Steam, we usually keep steam on the shell side and fluid in the tube.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
6.

What can we infer from the name 2-4 Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger?

A. Partition of the Shell into two and four passes of the tube
B. Partition of the Shell into two three passes of the tube
C. One Shell and Four pass of the tube
D. Partition of the Shell into three four passes of the tube
Answer» B. Partition of the Shell into two three passes of the tube
7.

How many times do we have to calculate for Pressure drop in a Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer» C. 3
8.

Consider we have a 1-2 Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger with tube diameter 20mm and shell diameter 55mm, we have two fluids A&B, A is supply water and B is distilled water, we desire to have their flow rates as 15m3/s and 21m3/s respectively. Which fluid pass arrangement would be best suited for the HE?

A. Parallel flow with A in tube and B in the shell side
B. Counterflow with B in tube and A in the shell side
C. Counterflow with A in tube and B in the shell side
D. Parallel flow with B in tube and A in the shell side
Answer» C. Counterflow with A in tube and B in the shell side
9.

Which type of Shell and tube heat exchanger does the below temperature plot correctly represent?

A. Single Pass Shell and Tube
B. 1-2 Shell and Tube
C. 2-4 Shell and Tube
D. 3-6 Shell and Tube
Answer» D. 3-6 Shell and Tube
10.

Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers are not commonly used in industries because of their inability to handle high pressure and temperature.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.