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Is it more common for a substance to weigh more in its liquid form then its solid form?
The mass is identical, although the density is much lower because the volume it takes up is much greater.
The weight of something is not the same as its mass however. Mass measures the quantity of stuff, to put it in technical terms. Weight is a force, and it is the mass times the force of gravity. So your weight on the moon is different than your weight on earth, but you mass is always the same (unless you diet...).
So if weight is mass * gravity, and since the mass of the gas particles are unchanged going from liquid to gas, and we haven't changed the force of gravity, than the weight is also unchanged.
This question has got me thinking... a lot! Humm... maybe this is why I don't worry about "weight" and stick with "mass" where things are much more clear! Check out the link under "Web Links" about the weight of clouds. It basically says that something that is more buoyant than air can't be weighed, but its weight is still significant. Weird!
I had another thought about this... I think what's confusing is the idea that the gas molecules "floating" in a container don't contribute to the weight of the container, since they are not applying any force downwards, whereas as a liquid, all the molecules are sitting in the bottom of the container, thus contributing to the weight. In fact, some gas molecules are push up by hitting the top of the container! Here is thing: the average speed of gas molecules is much higher than in a liquid. All the gas molecules are moving very fast, but they are moving in all directions equally. So although there are molecules hitting the top of the container, thus reducing the weight of the container with the upward force, there is an equal number pushing hard down! And because of the force of gravity, they are pushing down just a bit harder than the others are pushing up, and so the end effect is the same as the liquid. In the liquid there is less force due to molecules pushing up, but the molecules pushing down are also not moving as fast, and so don't push down as much.
The difference between liquids and gases is the interactions between molecules. Liquids have stronger interactions between adjacent molecules than gases do. However, the interaction with gravity is unchanged, and so the weight is unchanged.
What else can I help you with?
What is the weight of water vs liquid chocolate?
Water has a density of about 1 gram per milliliter, while liquid chocolate is denser and usually weighs around 1.5 to 2 times more than water for the same volume. So, liquid chocolate will be heavier than water for an equivalent volume.
What does a gallon of silicon weigh?
It is odd to encounter a "gallon" of silicon. This metalloid has a density of 2.329 grams per cubic centimeter, and since there are about 3785.412 cubic centimeters in a gallon, your gallon of silicon, which is a solid at room temperature, will weigh about 8816.22 grams. That's about 8.816 kilograms, and that's about 19.4 pounds.
How much does fluoride weigh per gallon?
Fluoride does not have a standard weight per gallon as it can exist in various forms and concentrations. However, a common form is sodium fluoride, which has a density of approximately 1.7 grams per cubic centimeter. Therefore, one gallon of sodium fluoride solution would weigh around 14 pounds.
What are volcanic blocks?
Volcanic blocks are large, solid rock fragments ejected during volcanic eruptions. These blocks can vary in size from small pieces to boulders and can be made of different types of rock depending on the composition of the volcano. They are typically formed from cooling and solidifying magma or from fragments of older rocks broken apart during an eruption.
How much does 1 cubic foot of crushed ice weigh?
It depends how small it is crushed and how tightly it's packed. The smaller it's crushed and more tightly it's packed, the heavier it is as there is more ice and less space between the pieces of ice. In the most finely crushed and firmly packed volumes of the frozen stuff, the cubic foot of crushed ice will approach being a solid block. A cubic foot of water weighs about 62.4 pounds. A solid block of ice of the same volume weighs about 57.5 pounds. A cubic foot of "normal" crushed ice might weigh 35 to 45 pound range. And it could weigh more or less.
What weighs more a pound of solid or a pound of liquid?
they both weigh one pound
What substance weighs more in its liquid form than its solid form?
None. Freezing will not change the mass of a substance. However, it might change the density of a substance, thus making something heavier or lighter for the same volume.Water has a lower density when frozen (ice) than when it is liquid. Therefore the same volume of ice will weigh less than the same volume of liquid water.Again, if you have a certain amount of anything and freeze it, the mass WILL NOT change!
How do you weigh solid substances?
To weigh solid substances, you can use a scale specifically designed for measuring solids. Place the substance on the scale and make sure it is stable before recording the weight. Ensure the scale is properly calibrated for accurate measurements.
Why does solid body weigh more in air than when immersed in a liquid?
the buoyant force of the liquid on the solid is more than the buoyant force of the air on the solid.
Does a liquid weigh more after freezing or boiling?
Obviously frozen water. Its a solid after being frozen so it has become a solid. Actually it weighs the same I have conducted this experiment for my science fair and found that they weigh the same.
When gold is melted does it weigh less?
No, when gold is melted it does not weigh less. Its mass remains the same, but its volume may change depending on its state (solid or liquid).
How much does a gallon of rocks weigh?
A gallon is a unit of measurement used for liquid, and is not applicable to solid substances, e.g rocks.
Does a jar of ice weigh more or less when melted?
The weight of a jar of ice will remain the same whether it is in solid or liquid form. When ice melts, it simply changes from a solid to a liquid, but the total weight of the jar and its contents remains constant.
How measuring The mass of a solid is different from measuring the mass of a liquid Explain?
Measuring the mass of a solid involves using a balance scale to weigh the solid directly, while measuring the mass of a liquid typically involves using a container to hold the liquid and then weighing the container with the liquid inside. Liquids can take the shape of their container, so the mass of the container needs to be accounted for in the measurement.
Why is it necessary to weigh an anhydrous substance with a cover on?
Weighing an anhydrous substance with a cover on helps prevent moisture from the air from being absorbed by the substance, which could affect the accuracy of the measurement. By keeping the cover on during weighing, the substance is protected from exposure to moisture or other contaminants.
How is measuring the the mass of a solid different from measuring the mass of a liquid?
Measuring the mass of a solid involves using a balance or scale to directly weigh the object. The mass of a solid remains constant regardless of its shape or volume. Measuring the mass of a liquid involves using a container to hold the liquid and then weighing the container with the liquid inside. The mass of a liquid can vary based on its volume and the container it is held in due to the fluidity and ability to change shape.
What does one liter of liquid CO2 weigh in pounds?
Is that a trick question? CO2 does not have liquid phase as it goes from solid to gas
