What is the mass of air in a hot air balloon with these conditions?

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the mass of air in a hot air balloon given its volume, temperature, and molecular weight. The problem is situated within the context of gas laws, specifically using the ideal gas law.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster expresses confusion regarding the application of the ideal gas law (PV=nRT) and seeks assistance due to unclear class notes. Some participants reference the ideal gas law, suggesting it as a starting point for the problem.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants attempting to clarify the use of the ideal gas law. Some guidance has been offered regarding the equation itself, but there is no explicit consensus or resolution yet.

Contextual Notes

The original poster mentions a deadline for the assignment, indicating a sense of urgency. There is also a reference to the instructor's absence, which may have contributed to the confusion surrounding the topic.

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Homework Statement



A hot air balloon has a volume of 2000m^3, and air is always at atmospheric pressure due to large opening. What is the mass of the air if the temp is 120*c. Assume a molecular weight of 28.8g/mol for the air)


Homework Equations



PV=nrt

The Attempt at a Solution



I don't really have one, my class notes on this section are not clear, and the instructor was gone but still expected us to learn it. I don't get it. Please help, this is due tonight at midnight my whole grade hangs in the balance.
 
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pv=nrt

The state of an amount of gas is determined by its pressure, volume, and temperature. The modern form of the equation is:
(PV = nRT )

where p is the absolute pressure of the gas; V is the volume; n is the amount of substance; R is the gas constant; and T is the absolute temperature.

In SI units, p is measured in pascals; V in cubic metres; n in moles; and T in kelvins. R has the value 8.314472 J·K−1·mol−1 in SI units[4]).
 

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