Physics

Problem

Identify the pair in which the given solid will float when placed in the listed liquid. a) Solid density

0.90\,\text{g cm}^{-3}

; Liquid: Kerosene

(0.80\,\text{g cm}^{-3})

b) Solid density

0.92\,\text{g cm}^{-3}

; Liquid: Water

(1.00\,\text{g cm}^{-3})

c) Solid density

1.00\,\text{g cm}^{-3}

; Liquid: Water

(1.00\,\text{g cm}^{-3})

d) Solid density

1.20\,\text{g cm}^{-3}

; Liquid: Kerosene

(0.80\,\text{g cm}^{-3})