Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach
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Chapter 13.3, Problem 54P
The mass fractions of a mixture of gases are 15 percent nitrogen, 5 percent helium, 60 percent methane, and 20 percent ethane. This mixture is compressed from 20 psia and 100°F in an isentropic process to 200 psia. Determine the final mixture temperature and the work required per unit mass of the mixture.
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