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. 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.)

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. 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.)

Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Technology Update (No access codes included)

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Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

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Chapter1: Physics And Measurement

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1.67AP: A rod extending between x = 0 and x = 14.0 cm has uniform cross-sectional area A = 9.00 cm2. Its...

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