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To Find: The likely identity of the metal for the given specifications.
Answer to Problem 27P
The element is iron .
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Apparent mass,
Actual mass,
Formula used:
Write the expression for buoyant force.
Where
Calculation:
Now, substitute the given values in the formula,
By comparing this density with given densities in the reference table, it is observed that the resulted element is iron.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the likely element is iron.
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