The Density of Magnesium Is 1

question 83

Multiple Choice

The density of magnesium is 1.7 g/cm³, and the density of iron is 7.9 g/cm³. Consider a block of iron with a mass of 819 g. What is the mass of a block of magnesium that has the same volume as the block of iron?

• A) 1.8 x 10² g
• B) 61 g
• C) 2.8 x 10³ g
• D) 3.8 x 10³ g
• E) None of these choices.

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