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Since neutron stars consist totally of neutrons, they are extremely massive and have a density that is hard to imagine. A typical radius and mass for a neutron star are 1.95 103 m and 2.60 1028 kg respectively.
(a) Determine the density of a neutron star.
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(b) Determine the weight (in pounds) of a penny (V = 360 mm3) if it were made from this material. (Assume 1 lb = 4.448 N.)
kg/m3
(b) Determine the weight (in pounds) of a penny (V = 360 mm3) if it were made from this material. (Assume 1 lb = 4.448 N.)
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