A Block of Wood Has Specific Gravity 0

question 61

Multiple Choice

A block of wood has specific gravity 0.79.When placed in water,what percent of the volume of the wood is above the surface?

• A) 0,the block sinks.
• B) 21%
• C) 79%
• D) 50%
• E) ​100%

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Definitions:

Concentration

The amount of a substance in a specific volume of solution, often measured in moles per liter.

Water

A ubiquitous chemical substance composed of hydrogen and oxygen, essential for all known forms of life and used in a wide range of industrial processes.

Interstitial Fluid

The fluid that fills the spaces between cells in tissues, serving as a means of transporting nutrients and wastes.

Blood Plasma

The liquid component of blood that carries cells and proteins throughout the body, comprising about 55% of total blood volume.