How does refrigeration gas work?

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Refrigeration gas works by absorbing heat from the surroundings, lowering the temperature, and then releasing the heat elsewhere.

Refrigeration gas is compressed to increase its temperature and pressure.
The hot gas then flows through a condenser where it releases heat and condenses into a liquid.
The liquid refrigerant passes through an expansion valve, reducing its pressure and temperature.
The cold liquid then absorbs heat from the surroundings, such as air or water, causing it to evaporate back into a gas.
The cycle repeats to continuously cool the desired area.