Specific gravity of mystery fluid

In summary: The specific gravity of the mystery fluid is 0.84.In summary, the bottle has a mass of 33.00 g when empty and 97.55 g when filled with water. When filled with a mystery fluid the mass is 84.02 g. To find the specific gravity of the mystery fluid, we can use the equation SG = 1000p, where p is density. We do not need to know the volume of the bottle to find the specific gravity, but it can be determined from the given information. The specific gravity of the mystery fluid is 0.84 and we can find the volume of the mystery fluid in the bottle by using the equation p = m/v. The specific volume of
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A bottle has a mass of 33.00 g when empty and 97.55 g when filled with water.
When filled with a mystery fluid the mass is 84.02 g. What is the specific gravity of the mystery fluid?


Hopefully helpful equations:
p = m/v
(p = density, m = mass, v = volume)

SG = 1000p

Attempt:
I'm really not sure how to approach this. Is there any way to find out the volumes of these substances? Or is that factor even necessary?

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Thanks in advance for any help!
 
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Do you know how to find the volume of the bottle?
 
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like, that's my problem because i don't know how...
 
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You do not need to know the volume of the bottle (though it is not difficult to determine from the given information).

What is the definition of specific gravity?
 
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When the bottle is filled with water, how many grams of water are there in the bottle?

What is the specific volume of water?

What is the volume of water in the bottle?

When the water is replaced with mystery fluid, what is the volume of mystery fluid in the bottle?

How many grams of mystery fluid are there in the bottle.

What is the specific volume of the mystery fluid?

Chet
 

1. What is the definition of specific gravity?

Specific gravity is the ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a reference substance, typically water at 4 degrees Celsius.

2. How is specific gravity measured?

Specific gravity is typically measured using a hydrometer, which is a device that measures the density of a liquid based on how much it displaces in water.

3. Why is specific gravity important?

Specific gravity is important in various industries, such as the food and beverage industry, as it can help determine the purity and concentration of a substance. It is also commonly used in the field of geology to identify different types of minerals.

4. What factors can affect the specific gravity of a substance?

The specific gravity of a substance can be affected by temperature, pressure, and the presence of impurities or dissolved substances.

5. How is specific gravity used to identify a mystery fluid?

By measuring the specific gravity of a mystery fluid, scientists can compare it to the specific gravity of known substances and make educated guesses about its composition. For example, if the specific gravity of the mystery fluid is close to that of water, it is likely mostly water-based.

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