Physics for IGCSE & O level - Measurements And Units (Section 5 - No. 39)

If 1 cm³ of mercury has a mass of 13.6 g, and 1 cm³ of water has a mass of 1 g, which statement is true?
1 cm³ of mercury has a smaller mass than 1 cm³ of water
1 cm³ of water has a smaller mass than 1 cm³ of mercury
They both have the same mass.
You cannot compare them.

Explanation

The density of mercury is much higher than that of water.

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