Understanding the relation between stable roots and the vapor pressure is a confusing aspect of working with cubic equations of state. When solving problems with enthalpy or entropy matching, it is important to remember to check for stability of the roots. See also the screencast for section 7.6.
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Selecting Stable Roots
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Understanding the relation between stable roots and the vapor pressure is a confusing aspect of working with cubic equations of state. When solving problems with enthalpy or entropy matching, it is important to remember to check for stability of the roots. See also the screencast for section 7.6.