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Absolutely. A pound of lead would require a small container, whereas a pound of fried rice would require a much larger container.

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Yes, the weights may vary depending on what are in the containers

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Yes, they can have the same capacity, or volume, but different weights which will depend on the density of the fluid contained.

Weight = density x volume

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