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Compressive refrigeration cycle

Which component of the compressive refrigeration cycle releases latent heat?
A. the compressor
B. the condenser
C. the evaporator

AnswerB. the condenser. After the compressor compresses a gaseous form of refrigerant into a liquid, it passes through the condenser, releasing latent heat, thereafter flowing into the evaporator where the refrigerant expands, vaporizing back to a gas.
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