Which of the following substances is normally classified as a low-pressure refrigerant?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — R-123

R-123 is classified as a low-pressure refrigerant because it operates at pressures significantly below 1 atmosphere (14.7 psia) at standard ambient temperatures. Low-pressure chillers require specialized purge units to remove non-condensables due to their sub-atmospheric operating pressures.

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