Trimix, as outlined in the introduction to this chapter, is a mixture of O 2 , N

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Trimix, as outlined in the introduction to this chapter, is a mixture of O2, N2, and He that is used for very deep SCUBA dives. What is the partial pressure of oxygen if 0.10 mol oxygen is mixed with 0.20 mol nitrogen and 0.70 mol helium? The total pressure of gas is 4.2 atm.

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The partial pressure of oxygen is its mole fraction times the total pressure.

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Chemistry Principles And Practice

ISBN: 9780534420123

3rd Edition

Authors: Daniel L. Reger, Scott R. Goode, David W. Ball

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