A tank in the form of a right rectangular prism (see figure below) has dimensions 1m x 2m x 3m. If the tank is filled with water, what is the mass of the water (in kg)? Write your answer with no comma and unit. (1 cm3 = 1 gram).

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A tank in the form of a right rectangular prism (see figure below) has dimensions 1m x 2m x 3m.  If the tank is filled with water, what is the mass of the water (in kg)? Write your answer with no comma and unit. (1 cm3 = 1 gram).

LAWRENCE · Answer

Volume of rectangular prism = weight x length x height (V = W x L x H): 6 m3 Mass = Density x Volume (density of water = 1,000kg/m3) Mass = 1,000kg/m3 x 6m3 = 6000kg ANS: 6000

Steve · Answer

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