College Physics (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13: 978-0-32160-183-4

Chapter 1 - Measurement and Problem Solving - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Exercises - Page 28: 13

Answer

The expression for sphere volume is incorrect in Exercise 12. Volume of a sphere in terms of diameter $d$ is $V=\pi d^3/6$.

Work Step by Step

The correct equation for sphere volume is given as, $V=\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3$. diameter is expressed as $d=2r$. Substituting, for $r$ in equation for volume - $V=\frac{4}{3}\pi (\frac{d}{2})^3=\frac{4}{3}\pi \frac{d^3}{8} = \frac{1}{6}\pi d^3$. The expression for sphere volume in Exercise 12 is incorrect.
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