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Isothermal compression is a thermodynamic process in which a gas is compressed while its temperature remains constant. This means that the heat energy transferred to or from the gas during compression is sufficient to keep its temperature constant. This process typically occurs slowly and reversibly, maintaining equilibrium throughout. In practical terms, this often involves cooling the gas as it is compressed to counteract the increase in pressure and maintain a constant temperature.

Adiabatic compression refers to the process of compressing a gas or substance without any heat exchange with the surroundings. During adiabatic compression, the system's pressure and temperature increase as the volume decreases. This increase in pressure and temperature occurs because the work done on the system during compression increases the internal energy of the gas, resulting in a rise in temperature without any heat transfer. Adiabatic compression is commonly observed in various natural and industrial processes, such as in the compression stage of a gas turbine or during the upward movement of air in the atmosphere.