In the hare’s apparatus; water rises to a height of 26.5 cm in one limb. If a liquid rises to a height of 20.4 cm in the other limb; what is the relative density of the liquid?

A. 0.8
B. 1.1
C. 1.2
D. 1.3

Correct Answer:

Option D = 1.3

Explanation

hlpl = hwpw
where, L =liquid and W = water
(pl)/pw = (hw)/hl = (26.5)/20.4
= 1.299