Liquid A has a density of while liquid B has a density of

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Problem

Liquid A has a density of 0.8 g cm−30.8\,\text{g}\,\text{cm}^{-3} while liquid B has a density of 1.2 g cm−31.2\,\text{g}\,\text{cm}^{-3}. If both liquids are carefully poured into the same beaker, which liquid will float on top? Give a brief reason.

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