Density

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What is density?

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mass/volume

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An object will float if...

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Its density is less than the density of the liquid it floats in

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When an object floats, the forces of weight and upthrust...

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Are the same - the forces are balanced

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If you connect a Newton meter to a floating object, the meter will read...

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0N

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The density of water is about...

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1g/cm³

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Will Oak float in methanol?

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No, it sinks

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Why do ships made from steel float even though steel has a density greater than water?

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The ship has a large volume so its overall density is less than water's.

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A block has a mass of 32g and is 2cm x 2cm x 2cm. What is its density in g/cm³?

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4

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A second block has a mass of 60g and a volume of 1cm x 3cm x 4cm. What is its density in g/cm³?

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5