Why does a piece of iron float on mercury, but sink in water ?

Question Posted / guest

Why does a piece of iron float on mercury, but sink in water ?..

Answer / guest

Because specific gravity of iron is less than the specific
gravity of mercury and greater than that of water.

Is This Answer Correct ?

9 Yes

3 No

More General Chemistry Interview Questions

is urea addition affecting the COD (chemical oxygen demand) & BOD (Biological oxygen demand)level? why?

How can you mark your name on a glass plate by a simple chemical method ?

Explain the difference between the Metals and Metallurgy ?

Explain the Atomic Molecular Theory ?

Which gas is used, in laboratories etc. for burners ?

Why ph scale range is 14?

Why does water boil above 100 o C in mines ?

Explain about Match Industry ?

Why do we feel chilly in damp clothes ?

What is the composition of gun-powder ?

What is Oxidation and Reduction?

What is General Properties of Acids ?

For more General Chemistry Interview Questions Click Here