A solid block object has dimensions of 12.2 cm x 3.9 cm x 4.5 cm and a mass of 40.4 grams. Will the block float in water and why? $D_{water} = 1.0 \text{ g/mL}$
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The volume of the block is given by the product of its dimensions: $V = 12.2 cm \times 3.9 cm \times 4.5 cm = 216.63 cm^3$ Since $1 cm^3 = 1 mL$, the volume is $V = 216.63 mL$. Show more…
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