Calculating Density

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What is the formula for calculating density?

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Density = Mass / Volume

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What units are commonly used for mass in density calculations?

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Grams (g) or kilograms (kg)

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What units are commonly used for volume in density calculations?

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Cubic centimeters (cm³) or milliliters (mL)

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If an object has a mass of 50g and a volume of 10cm³, what is its density?

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5 g/cm³

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What happens to the density of an object if its mass increases while its volume remains constant?

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The density increases.

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What happens to the density of an object if its volume increases while its mass remains constant?

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The density decreases.

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How does temperature affect the density of liquids?

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Generally, as temperature increases, density decreases.

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What is the density of water at 4°C?

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1 g/cm³ or 1 g/mL

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How can you determine the volume of an irregularly shaped object?

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By using the water displacement method.

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What is the relationship between density and buoyancy?

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