Physics 5054 · O Level · Density

Density — practice question

A student carries out an experiment to determine the density of water.
(a)[1]

She puts an empty test-tube on a top-pan balance, as shown in Fig. 2.1. Note the mass $m$ of the test-tube to three significant figures.

(b(i))[1]

Write down the new water level $V_2$ in the measuring cylinder.

(b(ii))[1]

Calculate how much the volume reading $V$ in the measuring cylinder increases.

(b(iii))[1]

Suggest one source of experimental inaccuracy when reading the scale on the measuring cylinder.

(c)[2]

Theory shows that the density $\rho$ of water is found from $\rho = \frac{m}{V}$. Use your answers to (a) and (b)(ii) to calculate $\rho$. Give the unit of your answer.

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