Determine Mass and Volume

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Physical Measurements: Mass and Volume Objective: Determine Mass and Volume on different metals both in a Cylindrical and Non-Cylindrical form. Once data is obtained using Graphical Analysis, plot date and look at the relationships. Introduction: Given samples of different metals in either cylindrical or non-cylindrical form we will us a top-loading balance to determine the mass. The volume of the cylindrical metal can be determined by measuring the height and diameter of the cylinder. The non-cylindrical samples can be determined using a water displacement method. Once both sample have been measured and data has been obtained, graph the data in order to determine any relationships between Mass and Volume for each metal. Experimental Procedure: Part A: Mass and Volume of a Metal Cylinder 1.) Obtain five different samples of one type of metal cylinder. Make sure to record the type of metal. 2.) Weigh each cylinder on the top-loading balance, and record the mass of each to the nearest 0.01g. 3.) Using a metric ruler measure the height and diameter of each cylinder in centimeters. 4.) Compute the volume by using the equation - Volume=(∏d^2h)/4. 5.) Record all data in a table and graph the results with the Volume on the x-axis, and the Mass on the y-axis. Part B: Mass and Volume of a Non-Cylindrical Metal 1.) Obtain a 25mL graduated cylinder. Fill it with 10mL of deionized water and record the volume in the nearest 0.1mL for the initial reading. 2.) Obtain five vials of the same metal and record the type of metal. Weigh each vial on the balance and record the values. 3.) Transfer the contents from the vial into the graduate cylinder containing the water. Reweigh the empty vial to determine the Mass of the metal. 4.) Read the level on the graduated cylinder to which the water rose and record this as the final reading.

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