Mixture of Gases: Composition & Properties

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The discussion revolves around a problem related to the composition and properties of a mixture of gases. Participants are examining calculations and comparing them to provided answers, which do not align with their own results.

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  • Homework-related, Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents a question regarding discrepancies between their calculations and the answers provided by a professor.
  • Another participant suggests that the calculations appear correct and encourages seeking an expert opinion.
  • A third participant agrees with the assessment that there seems to be no error in the calculations presented.
  • A later reply expresses doubt about the professor's answers, suggesting the possibility of an error on the professor's part.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the calculations presented do not seem to contain errors, but there is uncertainty regarding the correctness of the professor's provided answers. No consensus is reached on the source of the discrepancy.

Contextual Notes

Limitations: The discussion does not clarify the specific assumptions made in the calculations or the definitions of terms used in the problem. There is also no resolution of the mathematical steps involved.

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Attached is the question and my working, my answers don't match up to the given answers, but they still seem right. Can anybody see where the mistake is?
 

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Your calculations look alright to me but an expert's view on the matter will be definitely welcome. Have you asked your professor?
 
I don't see anything wrong about your numbers.
 
Ok thanks. The answers provided are the ones given by the professor, ill assume he has made an error.
 

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