Suppose you measure the mass and volume of two solid stones. Stone 1 has a mass of 3.20×10-2kg and a volume of 12.0 cm3. Stone 2 has a mass of 2.00×10-2 kg and a volume of 7.50 cm3. a.  Determine the average mass density of the stone 1. Express your answer with the appropriate units. b.

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Suppose you measure the mass and volume of two solid stones. Stone 1 has a mass of 3.20×10-2kg and a volume of 12.0 cm3. Stone 2 has a mass of 2.00×10-2 kg and a volume of 7.50 cm3.

a. 

Determine the average mass density of the stone 1.

Express your answer with the appropriate units.

b.

Determine the average mass density of the stone 2.

Express your answer with the appropriate units.

c.Is it likely that the stones are made from the same material?        yes or no

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