Why does an iron nail float on mercury while it sinks in water? – McqOptions

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1.	Why does an iron nail float on mercury while it sinks in water?
A.	Due to the tendency of iron to chemically react with mercury is less than that of water.
B.	Mercury is heavier than water.
C.	The density of iron is greater than that of water and less than that of mercury.
D.	Iron weighs more than water and less than mercury.
Answer» D. Iron weighs more than water and less than mercury.

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