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What is primarily tested when assessing the tightness of a gas system?

  1. Gas flow rate

  2. Pressure stability

  3. Leakage prevention

  4. Material durability

The correct answer is: Leakage prevention

When assessing the tightness of a gas system, leakage prevention is the primary focus. This is crucial because a gas system that is not tightly sealed can lead to gas leaks, which pose serious safety risks, including fire hazards and health issues due to inhalation of gas. The assessment typically involves using pressure tests or gas detectors to ensure that the system can contain gas effectively without any unintended escape points. Pressure stability plays a role in demonstrating that the system can maintain a set amount of pressure over time, but it does not specifically measure the presence of leaks. Similarly, while gas flow rate is important for ensuring that the system can deliver gas effectively, it does not directly indicate the tightness of the system. Material durability may affect the overall integrity of the system in the long term, but the immediate concern during a tightness test is ensuring that there are no leaks, making leakage prevention the most relevant aspect to test.