Question

a sample of paraffin (wax) has a mass of 50.4 grams and a volume of 57.9 cm³. what is the density of paraffin? (d = m/v)

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the mass and volume values

Mass $M = 50.4$ grams, Volume $V=57.9$ $cm^{3}$

Step2: Use the density formula

The density formula is $D=\frac{M}{V}$. Substitute the values: $D=\frac{50.4}{57.9}$

Step3: Calculate the density

$D=\frac{50.4}{57.9}\approx0.87$ g/$cm^{3}$

Answer:

$0.87$ g/$cm^{3}$