Coolant
Updated 3/8/2026
Coolant
Description
Coolant is a Gas in a pipe network that is being used as a medium for transferring heat.
Types of Coolant
Water (specifically, steam) is the most effective coolant, however it is harder to find, making the more abundant Carbon Dioxide a more preferable coolant.
| Name | Specific Heat |
|---|---|
| Oxygen (O₂) | 21.1 |
| Nitrogen (N) | 20.6 |
| Volatiles (VOL) | 20.4 |
| Pollutant (POL) | 24.8 |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) | 28.2 |
| Water or Polluted Water (H₂O) | 72 |
| Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) | 37.2 |