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The unit "troy ounce" is often used for precious metals
Chapter 1, Problem 75P(choose chapter or problem)
The unit "troy ounce" is often used for precious metals such as gold (Au) and platinum (Pt).
(1 troy ounce = 31.103 g.)
(a) A gold coin weighs 2.41 troy ounces. Calculate its mass in grams.
(b) Is a troy ounce heavier or lighter than an ounce? (1 lb = 16 oz; 1 lb = 453.6 g.)
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QUESTION:
The unit "troy ounce" is often used for precious metals such as gold (Au) and platinum (Pt).
(1 troy ounce = 31.103 g.)
(a) A gold coin weighs 2.41 troy ounces. Calculate its mass in grams.
(b) Is a troy ounce heavier or lighter than an ounce? (1 lb = 16 oz; 1 lb = 453.6 g.)
ANSWER:Step 1 of 3
(a) Here we have to calculate the mass of gold in gram.
Given:
Weight of gold coin = 2.41 troy ounces
It is known that 1 troy ounce = 31.103 g, then 1 g =