What is the Maximum Pressure Exerted by a Block of Niobium on One of its Faces?

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To calculate the maximum pressure exerted by a block of Niobium on one of its faces, the relevant equations involve determining the weight of the block and the area of the face in contact with the surface. The block's volume is found by multiplying its dimensions, and its weight is calculated using the density. The pressure is then derived by dividing the weight by the area of the face. The discussion highlights the importance of following forum guidelines and using the correct problem-solving template. The user acknowledges their oversight regarding the template and expresses that they have made progress in understanding the problem.
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A block of Niobium, with density 8570 Kg/m^3 has sides of length 3cm, 4cm and 5cm. What is the max pressure that can be exerted by this block when it is stood upright on one of it's faces?
 
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Ah it's cool, I think I figured it out, I just didn't think about one thing.
And I didn't realize about the template, I will ensure I follow it next time!
 

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