Exercise
Form 6: Density of Irregular Solids (Water Displacement)
In this engaging exercise, students will explore the concept of density by measuring the volume of irregular solids using water displacement, comparing their calculated densities to that of water, and understanding how these principles apply to real-world materials. Through hands-on experimentation, learners will develop critical thinking skills and foster a deeper appreciation for the properties of different substances.
Questions
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MultiChoice
A graduated cylinder contains 50 mL of water. When a stone is submerged, the level rises to 65 mL. What is the volume of the stone?
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A rock with mass 45 g is dropped into a cylinder, raising the water level from 30 mL to 45 mL. What is the density of the rock?
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An irregular metal piece of mass 54 g raises water level in a cylinder from 40 mL to 60 mL. Calculate its density.
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A key of mass 78 g is placed in a cylinder filled with 20 mL of water. The new volume reading is 30 mL. Find the key's density.
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MultiChoice
A silver ornament weighs 105 g and displaces 10 mL of water when fully submerged. What is its density?
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MultiChoice
In the water displacement method, the increase in liquid volume is equal to the:
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A pebble has a mass of 50 g. Submerging it in water raises the reading from 50 mL to 70 mL. What is its density?
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Which two lab instruments are needed to determine the density of an irregular stone?
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A 120 g figurine displaces 30 mL of water when immersed. What is its density?
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A lead weight of 226 g causes water level in a graduated cylinder to rise by 20 mL. Calculate its density.
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The standard water displacement method fails for an object if:
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A copper bolt with mass 89 g displaces 10 mL of water. Calculate its density.