Chemical Process Calculations, or Material Balances Question

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The discussion centers on solving a series of chemical process calculations related to material balances using the ideal gas law. Participants are seeking assistance with determining the number of lb.-moles in specified volumes of gas and air, as well as calculating the lb.-moles of individual species like N2 and O2. Additionally, there is a request for help in writing balanced reaction equations for the combustion of these components with oxygen. The complexity of the calculations has led to confusion among classmates, highlighting a need for clarity on the topic. Overall, the thread emphasizes the importance of understanding material balances in chemical engineering.
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All of the related work is in the attachment. If you could please help it would be really appreciated. I've asked a bunch of people in my class, and they're confused also.

Thanks in advance!
 

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Step 1: According to the ideal gas law, how many lb.-moles are there in 1 million standard cubic feet of a gas?
Step 2: How many lb.-moles of each species are there in this amount of gas?
Step 3: According to the ideal gas law, how many lb.-moles are there in 23 million standard cubic feet of a air?
Step 4: How many lb.-moles of N2 and O2 are there in this amount of air?
Step 5: Write a balanced reaction equation for the combustion of each component (reaction with oxygen) to yield water and CO2.
 

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