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The advantages of linear programming approach for the calculation of chemical equilibrium in complex thermodynamic systems are demonstrated. The algorithm presented is used for the development of software package for thermodynamic modeling.
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Belov, G. On linear programming approach for the calculation of chemical equilibrium in complex thermodynamic systems. J Math Chem 47, 446–456 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10910-009-9580-y
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