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The work done by the rotor in an axial compressor primarily results in

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In an axial compressor, \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Rotor} &\rightarrow \text{Adds Energy (Velocity Increase)} \text{Stator} &\rightarrow \text{Diffuses Flow (Pressure Increase)} \end{aligned} } \]
Updated On: Jul 14, 2026
  • Increase in air density only
  • Increase in kinetic energy of the air, partly converted to pressure rise
  • Heat loss to the surroundings
  • Decrease in static pressure
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The Correct Option is B

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