INTRODUCTION

The objectives of the experiment are to determine the composition of a substance

based on its density, the density of a liquid by using a pycnometer, and the density
of a substance by Archimedes principle.

APPLICATIONS

1. How can you distinguish Fools Gold from pure gold?



2. The solid samples used in this experiment are denser than water. How will you
determine the density of a solid that is less dense than water?



3. The suitability of a person to donate blood may be tested by placing a drop of his
blood in a saline solution of density 1.03g/cc. Is he a suitable donor if the drop of blood
sinks? Explain your answer.



4. What is the meaning of the expression tip of the iceberg? Is there a physical basis
for this?



5. Normal relative density of urine is from 1.015-1.030. What might be said if during
urinalysis, a specific gravity higher than normal is obtained?