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What number will be shown by hydrometer if sunk in pure water ?​

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1000kg/meters cubed if it’s sunk in pure water
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The hydrometer displays the density of the liquid you stick it in, COMPARED TO WATER.

If you stick it in pure water, it should read 1.00 . This is a good way to check your hydrometer and see whether it's reading correctly ("calibrated").

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