Question

Is it possible to determine the density of irregular objects at home? Explain.

Answer 1

Answer:

Well... Determining the density of irregular objects is possible with the help of a simple process. Suppose, you want to find the density of an irregular stone. Therefore, you have to at first, measure the mass of the stone. Let's assume it as 100 g. Then, take an Eureka can and fill it with water upto its topmost sprout until the water comes out through the sprout. Then, tie the stone with a thread and place a bottle having graduations just below the sprout. Therefore, dip that stone gently into water. You'll see that water level rises and comes out through the sprout and falls in the bottle. Measure the volume of water displaced with the help of graduations. Let's assume the water displaced as 20 cc. So, now, find the density with this formula,

Density = Mass/Volume

= 100/20 g/cc

= 5 g/cc

Hope this helps.