2. An iceberg in the ocean floats with one-eight of its volume above the surface. What is its specific gravity relative to ocean water, which is 64 lb/ff³ę What portion of its volume would be above the surface if the ice were floating in pure water?
2. An iceberg in the ocean floats with one-eight of its volume above the surface. What is its specific gravity relative to ocean water, which is 64 lb/ff³ę What portion of its volume would be above the surface if the ice were floating in pure water?
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