Problem: A gas mixture contains each of the following gases at the indicated partial pressures: N2, 221 torr ; O2, 131 torr ; and He, 131 torr .What is the total pressure of the mixture?

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A gas mixture contains each of the following gases at the indicated partial pressures: N2, 221 torr ; O2, 131 torr ; and He, 131 torr .

What is the total pressure of the mixture?

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