What would be the approximate weight of a slab of granite that measures 8 ft. by 2 ft.?

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What would be the approximate weight of a slab of granite that measures 8 ft. by 2 ft.?

2007-02-23 16:32:51 · 3 answers · asked by karolinasandoval@sbcglobal.net 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering

Thickness is about 1 1/2 inches

2007-02-23 16:44:16 · update #1

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the volume would be 8 x 2 x 1.5/12 = 2 cubic ft

specific gravity is approximately 2.8
therefore 1 cubic foot weighs approximately 2.8 x 62.4 ~175 lbs

2 cubic foor = 2 x 175 = 350 lbs

2007-02-26 07:25:43 · answer #1 · answered by bignose68 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Assuming a density of ~ 2.8 g/cm3, the slab's weight is about 350 lbs.

2007-02-23 19:28:59 · answer #2 · answered by The K-Factor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

You must tell us the thickness!

2007-02-23 16:36:43 · answer #3 · answered by DuckyWucky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋