To find the percentage contribution of each gas in a mixture, you would typically want to ensure that the total percentage sums to 100%. However, looking at the numbers you've provided, let's sum them up to validate that they represent a complete distribution:
- Oxygen: 78%
- Carbon Dioxide: 0.03%
- Inert Gases: 0.97%
- Nitrogen: 21%
Now, let's add these values together:
\[ 78 + 0.03 + 0.97 + 21 = 100% \]
The sum totals to 100%, meaning the provided percentages are correctly distributed.
However, it seems there might be some confusion in your categorization, as in most cases, the percentages of gases in Earth's atmosphere are generally represented as follows:
- Nitrogen: 78%
- Oxygen: 21%
- Argon and other inert gases: ~0.93%
- Carbon Dioxide: ~0.04%
So, can I help you with a different analysis based on this distribution or clarify any other aspect?
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