A natural gas has the following composition by volume: 94.1% CH4, 3% C2H6 and 2.9% N2. This gas is piped from the well at a temperature of 27°C and an absolute pressure of 345 kPa. It may be assumed that the ideal gas law is applicable. Calculate: a. Partial pressure of N2

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A natural gas has the following composition by volume: 94.1% CH4, 3% C2H6 and 2.9% N2. This gas is piped from the well at a temperature of 27°C and an absolute pressure of 345 kPa. It may be assumed that the ideal gas law is applicable. Calculate:

a. Partial pressure of N2

b. Pure component volume of N2 per 100 m3 of the gas

c. Density of the mixture in kg/m3 at the existing conditions

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