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Which outcome occurs when a Rankine cycle steam turbine's condenser fails to remove sufficient heat?

A)Superheated steam enters the turbine
B)Turbine blade erosion rate increases
C)Increased efficiency of energy extraction
D)Reduced risk of cavitation in pump

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Increased turbine blade erosion results from inadequate condenser cooling. Less heat removal means liquid water remains mixed in the steam, which causes impact erosion as water droplets rapidly strike the turbine blades, rather than pure vapor; therefore eroding blades rather then increasing enegy extraction.

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