Engine Refrigeration (Supplementary) USCG Question #95 (Set 2)

Some refrigeration systems have chemical moisture indicators installed in conjunction with the sight glass in the liquid line. If excess moisture is present in the system, how will a typical moisture indicator respond?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — change color

Chemical moisture indicators installed in liquid line sight glasses contain treated paper elements that shift colors when dissolved water vapor exceeds safe parts-per-million thresholds, providing immediate visual notification of system contamination.

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