substance a has a boiling point of 80% C and a density of 3.5 g/cc what is it and why
To identify the substance given its boiling point and density, we need to refer to a table or database that lists the physical properties of various substances.
1. Boiling Point: The boiling point of a substance is the temperature at which it changes from a liquid to a gas at a specific pressure. In this case, the boiling point is specified as 80% C, which means that it is 80% of the Celsius scale. To convert it to Celsius, we multiply 80% by 100 (since 100°C is the same as 100%), giving us 80°C.
2. Density: Density is defined as the mass of a substance divided by its volume. In this case, the density is given as 3.5 g/cc (grams per cubic centimeter). This means that for every cubic centimeter of the substance, its mass is 3.5 grams.
Using these two pieces of information, we can search for a substance that matches the given boiling point and density. Chemistry textbooks, online databases, or chemical reference books are good sources for these data.
Once the substance has been identified, we can determine what it is based on its physical properties, such as its boiling point and density.