JAMB Physics 2023 Question 4

Question 4

Density and Upthrust

The density of a solid is defined as the

  1. A.volume per unit mass of the solid
  2. B.weight per unit volume of the solid
  3. C.mass per unit volume of the solid
  4. D.mass of the solid compared to the mass of an equal volume of water
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (mass per unit volume of the solid)

Explanation

Density = mass ÷ volume. Option D describes relative density.