Which of the following is a main component of a reciprocating compressor?
A) Lobe
B) Gears
C) Vanes
D) Counterweight

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A) Incorrect. The main components of a reciprocating compressor are housing, inlet (suction), outlet (discharge), piston, piston rod or connecting rod, shaft, counterweight, and valves.
B) Incorrect. The main components of a reciprocating compressor are housing, inlet (suction), outlet (discharge), piston, piston rod or connecting rod, shaft, counterweight, and valves.
C) Incorrect. The main components of a reciprocating compressor are housing, inlet (suction), outlet (discharge), piston, piston rod or connecting rod, shaft, counterweight, and valves.
D) Correct. The main components of a reciprocating compressor are housing, inlet (suction), outlet (discharge), piston, piston rod or connecting rod, shaft, counterweight, and valves.

Which of the Following Is a Main Component of a Reciprocating