A rigid tank contains 20 lbm of air at a pressure of 20 lbf/in2 and 70°F. More air is added to the tank until the pressure and temperature rise to 35 lbf/in2 and 90°F, respectively. Determine the mass of air added to the tank

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A rigid tank contains 20 lbm of air at a pressure of 20 lbf/in2 and 70°F. More air is added to the tank until the pressure and temperature rise to 35 lbf/in2 and 90°F, respectively. Determine the mass of air added to the tank

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