The Density of Mercury, the Only Metal to Exist as a Liquid

question 68

Multiple Choice

The density of mercury, the only metal to exist as a liquid at room temperature, is 13.6 g/cm³. What is that density in pounds per cubic inch?

• A)849 lb/in ³
• B)491 lb/in ³
• C)376 lb/in ³
• D)0.491 lb/in ³
• E)1.83 × 10 − 3 lb/in ³

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