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"If you have ever watched one of the older Superman films, you may have seem the famous clip where Superman turns a chunk of coal into a diamond. This is impossible.
The density of coal is 1,330kg/m^3 whereas for diamond it is 3,520,000,000 kg/m^3. When diamond is divided by coal, we learn that diamond is 2,646,616.5414 times more dense than coal. If Superman really was to turn coal into that perfect diamond he would need 9316kg of coal, that is about four or five SUVs. That would be cool."
.... Ah.. no.
The density of diamond is typically around 3,500 kg/m3, and thus has a relative density of 3.5 i.e. a density 3.5 times that of water.
If the density was 3,520,000,000 (!) as stated above, a ladies wedding ring, with a volume of 1cm^3 (big rock!) would weigh (i.e. have a mass of) 3,520 kg!! That's over 3 tonnes.
Not even a Bavarian Barmaid could handle such a ring!
Superman could achieve his feet, though his diamond would be one third the volume of the coal he started with.
What else can I help you with?
Does sapphire float?
No, sapphire does not float in water because it is denser than water. The specific gravity of sapphire is around 4.0, while water has a specific gravity of 1.0. This density disparity causes sapphire to sink in water.
What is the specific gravity of magnetite?
There is no such thing as a specific gravity for any element.
Why is the specific gravity of mercury on the moon not the same as its specific gravity on earth?
The specific gravity of a substance depends on the acceleration due to gravity. Since the gravity is lower on the moon than on Earth, the specific gravity of mercury will be different between the two. On the moon, the weight of mercury would be less than on Earth due to the weaker gravitational pull, causing its specific gravity to be different.
What is the specific gravity of polymer?
The specific gravity of a polymer can vary widely depending on its specific composition and structure. In general, the specific gravity of most common polymers typically ranges from 0.9 to 1.4. It is important to consult specific material data sheets or conduct tests to determine the exact specific gravity of a particular polymer.
What fluid has the biggest specific gravity?
Oil has the highest specific gravity. Water has the second.
Does sapphire float?
No, sapphire does not float in water because it is denser than water. The specific gravity of sapphire is around 4.0, while water has a specific gravity of 1.0. This density disparity causes sapphire to sink in water.
What is specific gravity of sapphire?
Approx. 4,0-4,1.
What is the specific gravity for aluminum?
Aluminum has no specific gravity, at least by the current definition of gravity.
What is the specific gravity of mica?
mica has the specific gravity of 2.88
What is the Specific gravity of ppc?
Specific gravity of ppc is 3.15
What is the Specific gravity of acetone?
The specific gravity of acetone is approximately 0.79 at 20°C.
Specific is the ratio of an object's density to that of water?
Specific Gravity.
What is the quartz specific gravity?
The specific gravity of quartz is nearly 2.65.
What is chalcopyrite's specific gravity?
according to Geology.com the specific gravity of Chalcopyrite's is 4.1 -4.3.
What is another word for specific gravity?
Another word for specific gravity is density.
What is the specific gravity of diamonds?
Diamond has the specific gravity of 3.5, which is above average.
What is the importance of specific gravity for cement quality?
To find the specific gravity of cement
