Chapter 18, Problem 23A

How does the density of a 100-kg iron block compare with the density of an iron filing?

To determine

To compare: The density of given quantities.

Answer to Problem 23A

The density of given quantities is same.

Explanation of Solution

Given:

The given samples are 100 kg of iron and an iron filling.

Formula used:

Density is given as,

  $\rho =\frac{m}{V}$

Where, $m$ is mass and $V$ is volume.

Calculation:

The density of 100 kg of iron and iron fillings is to be compared.

The density is same for a material. It does not depend upon the quantity of substance.

So, the density of 100 kg of iron and iron fillings will be same because both samples are iron.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the density will be same for both the cases.