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Moist air initially at T1 = 140°C, p1 = 4 bar, and relitive humidity = 74%...

Moist air initially at T1 = 140°C, p1 = 4 bar, and relitive humidity = 74% is contained in a 2.0-m3 closed, rigid tank. The tank contents are cooled to T2 = 35°C.

Determine the temperature at which condensation begins, in °C

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