After being purged with nitrogen, a low-pressure tank used to store flammable liquids is at a total

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After being purged with nitrogen, a low-pressure tank used to store flammable liquids is at a total pressure of 0.03 psig.

(a) If the purging process is done in the morning when the tank and its contents are at 55°F, what will be the pressure in the tank when it is at 85°F in the afternoon?

(b) If the maximum design gauge pressure of the tank is 8 inches of water, has the design pressure been exceeded?

(c) Speculate on the purpose of purging the tank with nitrogen.

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Elementary Principles of Chemical Processes

ISBN: 978-1119498759

4th edition

Authors: Richard M. Felder, ‎ Ronald W. Rousseau, ‎ Lisa G. Bullard

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