### Understanding Refrigerator EfficiencyRefrigerators operate similarly to air conditioners by pumping heat from the inside to the outside. The efficiency of a refrigerator is defined by the ratio of the heat removed from the inside (\(Q_{\text{cold}}\)) to the work (\(W\)) done by the electric motor:\[\eta_{\text{AC}} = \frac{Q_{\text{cold}}}{W}\]Where:- \(\eta_{\text{AC}}\) is the efficiency.- \(Q_{\text{cold}}\) is the heat removed from the fridge.- \(W\) is the work done.#### Maximum Theoretical EfficiencyThe maximum theoretical efficiency of a refrigerator, considering the temperatures involved, is given by:\[\eta_{\text{AC max}} = \frac{T_C}{T_H - T_C}\]Where:- \(T_C\) is the temperature inside the refrigerator (in Kelvin).- \(T_H\) is the temperature outside the refrigerator (in Kelvin).### Problem Example1. **Temperature Conversion and Calculation:** If the inside fridge temperature is 35°F and the outside temperature is 70°F, we are tasked with finding the maximum possible efficiency of the refrigerator. **Hint:** Convert the temperatures from Fahrenheit to Kelvin. Google or a calculator can assist with this conversion.By using these concepts and formulas, you can determine the efficiency and performance metrics of refrigeration systems in various conditions.

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If the temperature inside the fridge is 35°F and the temperature outside is 70°F what is the maximum possible efficiency of the refrigerator. (Hint: You need to convert both temperatures to Kelvin first. Google can do this conversion for you.)

If the temperature inside the fridge is 35°F and the temperature outside is 70°F what is the maximum possible efficiency of the refrigerator. (Hint: You need to convert both temperatures to Kelvin first. Google can do this conversion for you.)

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