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Chapter 1, Problem 1.75(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
The unit troy ounce is often used for precious metals such as gold (Au) and platinum (Pt). (1 troy ounce 5 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 5 16 oz; 1 lb 5 453.6 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 5 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 5 16 oz; 1 lb 5 453.6 g.)
ANSWER:Step 1 of 3
From the given,
Weight of gold coins = 1 troy oz.