During mild exercise (e.g., walking) a person breathes in air at the rate of 20 liters/min and
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During mild exercise (e.g., walking) a person breathes in air at the rate of 20 liters/min and has a metabolism rate of 300 W. Atmospheric air is at 20 °C and 30% relative humidity, and the “air” leaving the mouth is at 35 °C and 80% relative humidity. Determine the following:
A. The energy loss from a person due to breathing (W)
B. The energy-transfer rate (W) to the dry air that is breathed
C. The water loss (kg/min) from a person due to breathing
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Thermodynamics Concepts And Applications
ISBN: 9781107179714
2nd Edition
Authors: Stephen R. Turns, Laura L. Pauley
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