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Comment by gatehouse

Gold density is 19.30 g/cm3, Tungsten is 19.25.

Given two gold bars, one adulterated with Tungsten, and one not, either the weight will differ or the volume will differ. So, given equal weights (i.e. standard 400oz bars), you can check the displacement to establish purity.

If you use a container that is filled up to a spout, and you measure the displaced water by collecting it in a measuring cup, you can just directly calculate density, and then compare it to gold.

parent gatehouse 11 years ago

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