Figure 18.14 shows a two-compartment vessel. The compartments are connected by a smooth convergent nozzle. The left

Question:

Figure 18.14 shows a two-compartment vessel. The compartments are connected by a smooth convergent nozzle. The left compartment contains propane gas and is maintained at a constant 25.0 psig and 65°F. The right compartment starts at an equal 25.0-psig pressure, and then the pressure is decreased to 0.0 psig. The local atmospheric pressure is 14.28 psia. Compute the weight rate of flow of propane through the 0.5-in nozzle as the pressure decreases in 5.0-psi decrements. Plot the weight flow rate versus the pressure in the right compartment.

P = 25.0 psig 1 = 65°F Propane → Flow Patm = 14.28 psia %3D