Question

On the generalized enthalpy departure chart, the normalized enthalpy departure values seem to approach zero as the reduced pressure PR approaches zero. How do you explain this behavior?

Answer 1

Answer:

Enthalpy is a function of pressure hence normalized enthalpy departure values will approach zero with reduced pressure approaching zero

Explanation:

On the generalized enthalpy departure chart, the normalized enthalpy departure values seem to approach zero as the reduced pressure PR approaches zero. this is because enthalpy is a function of pressure therefore as the Pressure is reducing towards the zero value, the gas associated with the pressure tends to behave more like an Ideal gas.

For an Ideal gas the Normalized enthalpy departure value will be approaching the zero value.