Explain the refrigeration cycle?

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The refrigeration cycle is a process that removes heat from a space and transfers it to the surroundings.

The cycle consists of four main components: compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator.
The compressor compresses the refrigerant gas, raising its temperature and pressure.
The high-pressure gas then flows into the condenser, where it releases heat and condenses into a high-pressure liquid.
The liquid refrigerant passes through the expansion valve, which reduces its pressure and temperature.
The low-pressure liquid then enters the evaporator, where it absorbs heat from the space and evaporates into a low-pressure gas.
The gas returns to the compressor to start the cycle again.
This cycle allows for the continuous removal of heat from the space, providing cooling or refrigeration.

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