1.1 - Composition of Dry Air (by volume)
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What is the primary component of dry air?
💡 Hint: It's the most abundant gas.
What percentage of dry air is composed of oxygen?
💡 Hint: It's less than nitrogen but more than argon.
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What is the approximate percentage of nitrogen in dry air?
💡 Hint: Look for which gas has the highest proportion.
True or False: Carbon dioxide makes up 0.93% of dry air.
💡 Hint: Remember the correct percentage.
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If the volume of dry air is 1000 liters, how many liters would each of the major gases occupy based on their percentage compositions?
💡 Hint: Apply the percentages to the total volume.
Explain how variations in altitude affect air composition and properties, focusing on temperature fluctuations.
💡 Hint: Think about how mountain climbers notice changes in breathing as they go higher.
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