The purpose of floating head in a heat exchanger is to

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The purpose of floating head in a heat exchanger is to

Options:

A . avoid buckling of tubes.

B . provide support for tubes.

C . decrease the pressure drop.

D . facilitate its lengthening, if needed.

Answer: Option A
Answer: (a).avoid buckling of tubes.

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