Having trouble with some simple physics.

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The discussion revolves around converting the density of mercury from kg/m³ to g/cm³. The density is given as 13,600 kg/m³, and participants emphasize the importance of understanding the conversion process rather than just receiving the final answer. Key conversion factors include knowing that 1 kg equals 1,000 grams and 1 m equals 100 centimeters. The conversion involves cubing the relationship between meters and centimeters to adjust for volume. Ultimately, the goal is to clarify the steps needed to perform the conversion accurately.
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Homework Statement


The density of mercury is 13 600 kg m^-3. What is this in g cm^-3


The Attempt at a Solution


I don't know where to begin. Please show me how and why rather than just give me the answer! Thank you! X
 
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Do you know how many cm there are in 1 m, and how many grams there are in 1 kg?
 
mynameistessa said:

Homework Statement


The density of mercury is 13 600 kg m^-3. What is this in g cm^-3


The Attempt at a Solution


I don't know where to begin. Please show me how and why rather than just give me the answer! Thank you! X

1 kg = ? g
1 m = ? cm

( 1**3 ) ( m**3 ) = ( ? )**3 (cm**3) ( take third power of both sides )

1 kg = ? g
1 m**3 = (?)**3 (cm**3)

then divide
 
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