Physics
How can you determine the volume of an irregular solid (say a piece of brass)? Describe in steps with neat diagrams.
Answer
The volume of an irregular solid can be measured by using a measuring cylinder by the method of displacement of liquid.
- Place a measuring cylinder on a flat horizontal surface.
- Fill it partially with water.
- Note the reading of water level very carefully. Let it be V1.
- Now tie the piece of brass with a thread and dip it completely into water.
- The level of water rises. Note the reading of new water level V2. The difference in the two levels of water gives the volume of the piece of brass.
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