26) What is the importance of thermostat in the cooling system of an engine? 27) What is the most basic characteristic of supercritical boilers?
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Step 1: The thermostat in the cooling system of an engine is important because it helps regulate the temperature of the engine by controlling the flow of coolant. Show more…
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