Question

When finding the density of a solid, which situation prevents us from being

able to accurately find the volume displacement?
a) if the solid floats
b) if we use an analytical balance
c) if the solid sinks
d) if we use a graduated cylinder

Answer 1

a) if the solid floats

Step-by-step explanation:

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In this case, since the determination of the volume of a solid when submerged in water requires to use an analytical balance to measure the mass, but also it is necessary that the solid sinks in order to completely displace the what in the graduated cylinder which accurately provides the volume of the solid via its scale. Therefore, a draw back is a) if the solid floats since the water is not completely displaced.

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