Triangular pitch tube layout as compared to square pitch in a shell and tube heat exchanger________________?

A. Permits the use of less tubes in a given shell diameter

B. Facilitates comparatively easier external cleaning because of large clearance

C. Permits the use of more tubes in a given shell diameter

D. Both B. and C.

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