Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach, Vol. 1 (Chs 1-21) (4th Edition)
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Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus)
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Chapter 21, Problem 33EAP
The coefficient of performance of a refrigerator is 5.0. The
compressor uses 10 J of energy per cycle.
a. How much heat energy is exhausted per cycle?
b. If the hot-reservoir temperature is 27°C, what is the lowest
possible temperature in °C of the cold reservoir?
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