The discussion clarifies the distinction between heat exchangers and heat sinks. A heat sink is defined as a specific object, often a metal block with fins, that dissipates heat, while a heat exchanger is a device that facilitates heat transfer between two mediums. For instance, in engineering applications, a heat exchanger can consist of a shell filled with water containing tubes of another water stream, where the water receiving heat acts as the heat sink.
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