Density

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume, typically expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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How do you calculate density?

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Density = Mass / Volume.

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What is the unit of density?

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The unit of density is typically grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).

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Which has a higher density: a bowling ball or a pillow?

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A bowling ball has a higher density than a pillow.

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What does it mean if an object has a low density?

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An object with low density is lighter for its size and may float in water.

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If an object has a mass of 10g and a volume of 5cm³, what is its density?

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Density = 10g / 5cm³ = 2 g/cm³.

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What is the density of water?

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The density of water is approximately 1 g/cm³.

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How does temperature affect the density of a substance?

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Generally, as temperature increases, density decreases because substances expand.

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What is an example of a substance with high density?

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Lead is an example of a substance with high density.

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What is an example of a substance with low density?

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Styrofoam is an example of a substance with low density.