The enthalpy of air is increased by 139.586 BT/lb in a compressor. The rate of air flow is 16.42 lb/min. The work done tot he compressor is 58.2 hp. What value most nearly equals the heat loss from the compressor in KW?

The enthalpy of air is increased by 139.586 BT/lb in a compressor. The rate of air flow is 16.42 lb/min. The work done tot he compressor is 58.2 hp. What value most nearly equals the heat loss from the compressor in KW?

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