Which factor accounts for the greatest energy loss in a boiler system?

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30 Jan 2019
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Among the various sources of energy loss in boilers, the highest amount is due to the heat carried away by the flue or exhaust gases. While unburnt carbon, incomplete combustion, ash content, and radiation losses also contribute, the flue gases represent the largest portion of energy lost.

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