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How many leters of LOX can you loose in 24 hr?

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The amount of liquid oxygen (LOX) lost over 24 hours cannot be accurately determined without specific details about the storage conditions and container insulation. LOX loss is influenced by factors such as temperature and pressure, and is typically accounted for in professional applications.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question seems to be asking about the loss of liquid oxygen (LOX), which is primarily a concept studied in Chemistry. However, without context regarding the conditions under which LOX is being stored or used, it's not possible to provide a specific amount of loss over a period of 24 hours. Factors that could influence the loss include temperature, pressure, the insulation of the storage container, and whether the LOX is being used in a process.

In general, LOX storage containers are designed with insulation to prevent heat transfer and minimize evaporation. The rate at which LOX turns from liquid to gas (boils off) due to environmental heat intake would determine the amount of LOX loss. Professionals working with LOX typically account for a certain percentage of 'boil off' in their usage calculations.

For a precise calculation or prediction of LOX loss in a specific scenario, information on the storage conditions and the properties of the containment system would be required, along with the application of thermodynamic principles.

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