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

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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 equal to the heat required to raise the temperature of air from T₁ to T₂ at a constant pressure.

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