Density Comparison

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What is density?

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Density is defined as mass per unit volume, typically expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) or kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³).

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How do you calculate density?

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Density can be calculated using the formula: Density = Mass / Volume.

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What is the relationship between density and buoyancy?

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An object will float in a fluid if its density is less than the density of the fluid; it will sink if its density is greater.

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What happens to the density of a substance when it is heated?

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Generally, the density of a substance decreases when it is heated, as the volume increases while mass remains constant.

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What is the density of water at 4°C?

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The density of water at 4°C is approximately 1 g/cm³.

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Why do helium balloons rise in air?

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Helium balloons rise in air because helium is less dense than the surrounding air.

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What is the density of ice compared to liquid water?

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Ice is less dense than liquid water, which is why ice floats.

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What is a common unit of density in the metric system?

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A common unit of density in the metric system is grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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How does the density of a substance affect its state of matter?

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The density of a substance can influence its state of matter; for example, solids are generally denser than liquids, which are denser than gases.

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What is the principle of flotation?

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The principle of flotation states that an object will float if the weight of the fluid displaced by the object is equal to the weight of the object.