Thermodynamics: An Engineering Approach
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Chapter 16.6, Problem 101RP
a)
To determine
The mole fraction of water vapor in the room air
b)
To determine
The mole fraction of water vapor in the air adjacent to the water surface air
c)
To determine
The mole fraction of air in the water near the surface
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