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What is the density of iron when 28.5g of iron shot is added to a graduated cylinder containing 45.5mL of water, causing the water level to rise to the 49.1mL mark?

  • A. 0.63 g/mL
  • B. 7.92 g/mL
  • C. 0.58 g/mL
  • D. None of the above
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: To determine the density of iron, we use the formula: Density = Mass / Volume. The mass of the iron is given as 28.5g. The volume of water displaced by the iron is the final volume (49.1mL) minus the initial volume (45.5mL), resulting in 3.6mL. Therefore, the density of iron can be calculated by dividing the mass of iron (28.5g) by the volume of water displaced (3.6mL), giving us 7.92 g/mL. Therefore, choice B, 7.92 g/mL, is the correct answer.