Chapter 1, Problem 51P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The average mass of a human liver that is $1.5\text{ kg}$ is to be converted into grams.

Concept introduction:

The relationship between kilogram and gram is as follows:

  $1\text{kg}=1000\text{g}$

The conversion can be done as follows:

  $\left(\text{Given unit}\right)\left(\text{Conversion factor}\right)=\text{Desired unit}$

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(b)

Interpretation:

The average mass of a human liver that is $1.5\text{ kg}$ is to be converted into pounds.

Concept introduction:

The relationship kilograms and pounds as follows:

  $2.21\text{lb}=1\text{kg}$

The conversion can be done as follows:

  $\left(\text{Given unit}\right)\left(\text{Conversion factor}\right)=\text{Desired unit}$

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(c)

Interpretation:

The average mass of a human liver that is $1.5\text{ kg}$ is to be converted into ounces.

Concept introduction:

The relationship kilograms and ounces as follows:

  $1\text{kg}=35.274\text{oz}$

The conversion can be done as follows:

  $\left(\text{Given unit}\right)\left(\text{Conversion factor}\right)=\text{Desired unit}$