Which is denser: a rhino or a rock?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the comparative density of a rhinoceros and a rock, specifically a glacial deposit, when both are assumed to be of the same size. Participants explore the general properties of density in living organisms versus geological materials.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions which would have a higher density, a rhino the size of a rock or the rock itself.
  • Another participant identifies the rock as a glacial deposit, suggesting it may influence the density comparison.
  • Some participants propose that flesh, generally composed of water, is less dense than stone, with a density around 1000 kg/m³.
  • It is suggested that rocks typically have a density at least twice that of water, potentially around 1.5 times the density of water.
  • One participant argues that the presence of air within the rhino would decrease its overall density compared to the rock.
  • There is a general consensus among some participants that the rock would be heavier than the rhino when both are of the same size.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the rock is likely denser than the rhino, but there is no consensus on specific density values or the implications of the rhino's biological composition.

Contextual Notes

Assumptions about the density of flesh and rock are based on generalizations, and specific types of rocks are not defined, leaving some uncertainty in the comparison.

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What would have a higher degree of density?

A rhino the Size of this rock or the rock itself?

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I assume you have a point in posting this picture of what is obviously a glacial deposit.
 
I just wanted know if the rock( which is essentially a glacial deposit)is more dense than a rhino that would be the same size.
Is flesh generally less dense than stone?
 
promeus said:
I just wanted know if the rock( which is essentially a glacial deposit)is more dense than a rhino that would be the same size.
Is flesh generally less dense than stone?

I liked this question.
Lets assume the flesh is made up of Water, (ρ=1000kg/m) cool.
Secondly, the rock, assume any rock or in general, it would have twice the density that of water or let's say, 1.5 times the density of water.
So rock will be heavy.
Secondly, Rhino will have air inside it, so the density would decrease considerably.
My opinion is that, the rock will still be Heavier compared to Rhino. (I feel even his tusks and skin won't affect much).
 
Living objects are mainly made out of water, so their density is close to 1000kg/m^3.
I don't know the type of this rock, but a usual density would be at least twice this value.
 

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