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.

In a single stage, single acting reciprocating air compressor, withou

1.	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» B. Less than