Determine the specific weight, density and specific gravity of a liquid that occupies a volume of 200 liters, and weighs 178 kg. Will this liquid float on the surface of an oil of specific gravity (0.8)? Provide results in SI units.

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Determine the specific weight, density and specific gravity of a liquid that occupies a volume of 200
liters, and weighs 178 kg. Will this liquid float on the surface of an oil of specific gravity (0.8)? Provide
results in SI units.
Transcribed Image Text:Determine the specific weight, density and specific gravity of a liquid that occupies a volume of 200 liters, and weighs 178 kg. Will this liquid float on the surface of an oil of specific gravity (0.8)? Provide results in SI units.
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