Chemistry, asked by Luvm6399, 1 year ago

What is the disadvantage of ammonia using as a refrigerant?

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Answered by rubyvinod2002
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Besides the three distinct advantages above, ammonia is also cheap and not as flammable as other chemicals that are used as refrigerants, such as propane and butane(5). The Bad about Ammonia as a Refrigerant: The major disadvantage of ammonia as a refrigerant is its toxicity.

Answered by gayatrikumari99sl
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Answer:

It isn't compatible with copper and can not be used in systems with copper  tubing.

Explanation:

  • The use of ammonia as a refrigerant has two major downsides. It is not compatible with copper and can not be used in systems with copper  tubing.
  • Ammonia corrodes the skin, eyes and lungs and is thus considered a major health threat. Not compatible with  copper and can not be used in systems with copper tubing.

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