A solid metal sphere of radius has a mass of

PHYSICS · Multi-part · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Fluids · Fluids

Problem

A solid metal sphere of radius 2.0 cm2.0\,\text{cm} has a mass of 120 g120\,\text{g}. Another sphere made of the same metal has a radius of 5.0 cm5.0\,\text{cm}. (a) Calculate the density of the metal in SI units. (b) Determine the mass of the larger sphere. Express your answer to two significant figures and include appropriate units.

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