We can also apply the equation for residence time to a single component of a fluid, such as carbon dioxide (CO2). Assume that the residence time of CO2 in the atmosphere is six years and the mass of CO2 in the atmosphere is 3 × 1015 kilograms. If these estimates are correct, what is the mass flow rate of CO2 into and out of the atmosphere? Assume the atmosphere is at steady state. Write your answer in scientific notation, and be sure to include the correct units.

Astudent is performing an experiment comparing sound and light waves. the student gathers the following data. what conclusion does the student most likely make based on this data? light waves always travel the same speed; however, the speed of sound is determined by the medium that it travels through. all sound waves always have the same energy, so the temperature of the medium does not affect wave speed. light needs to vibrate particles, so it travels fastest in tightly packed solids, while sound does not need a medium, so it travels fastest in a gas. tightly packed particles in solids slow down the light waves; however, sound waves make particles bounce into each other, so they travel faster in solids.

(a) if the pressure in gas is doubled while its volume is held constant, by what factor do (i) vrms and (ii) change? (b) is it possible to boil water at room temperature (20oc) without heating it? explain.

Why does karst topography exist in some geographic location? a. few climates have enough oxygen b. most regions have rock layers other than limestone c. in most regions, the soil is too thin d. the water is too acidic enough in most places