Math Problem Statement
- A block of wood floats on water with 3/5 part of its volume above the water the water surface, calculate the density of wood.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Buoyancy
Density
Ratio of Volumes
Formulas
V_sub = (2/5) * V_total
Weight of wood = Weight of displaced water
ρ_wood * V_total * g = ρ_water * (V_sub) * g
ρ_wood = ρ_water * (2/5)
Theorems
Archimedes' Principle
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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