In a shell and tube heat exchanger, square pitch compared to triangular pitch

Question: In a shell and tube heat exchanger, square pitch compared to triangular pitch
[A].

gives a higher shell side pressure drop.

[B].

gives a lower shell side pressure drop.

[C].

can pack more surface area into a shell of given diameter.

[D].

none of these.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

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