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In a single stage, single acting reciprocating air compressor, without clearance, the work-done on the air during isentropic compression is ________ the heat required to raise the temperature of air from T1 to T2 at a constant pressure.

A. Equal to

B. Less than

C. Greater than

D. None of these

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

In a single stage, single acting reciprocating air compressor, without clearance, the work-done on the air during isentropic compression is equal to the heat required to raise the temperature of air from T1 to T2 at a constant pressure.

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