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QuizMultiple Choice

Structure and Composition of the Atmosphere

Question 12 • 2026-27 AL-Earth and Space Science

Which phrase describes density?

Answer
A
height of a point above sea level
B
force pushing on an area or a surface
C
amount of mass in a certain volume
D
amount of matter an object contains

Explanation

Density describes how much mass is packed into a given volume. For example, dividing an object's mass by its volume gives its density. “Amount of matter an object contains” describes mass, not density.

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