Question: 5. (4 pts) A compressor operating at steady state is used to pressurize a stream of methane. The methane enters the compressor at 45 kg/min

5. (4 pts) A compressor operating at steady state is used to pressurize a stream of methane. The methane enters the compressor at 45 kg/min at a pressure of 1 bar and a temperature of 25C. The velocity of the incoming methane is 15 m/s. It is compressed to 2 bar. The outlet temperature is 87C and the outlet velocity is 90 m/s. Assume methane behaves as an ideal gas. What is the power required for the compressor (in kW)
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