The mass of a bulk density bucket is measured as 2115 g when it is empty. The mass of the bucket when filled with water is 5148 g. The bucket is filled with aggregates and the total mass of the bucket and aggregate is measured as 7073 g. Calculate the bulk density of the aggregate.

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The mass of a bulk density bucket is measured as 2115 g when it is empty. The mass of the bucket when filled with water is 5148 g. The bucket is filled with aggregates and the total mass of the bucket and aggregate is measured as 7073 g. Calculate the bulk density of the aggregate. 

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