Understanding Density

Understanding Density

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Mia Campbell

Physics, Chemistry, Science

5th - 8th Grade

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The video tutorial introduces the concept of density using a classroom analogy, explaining it as a measure of mass per unit volume. It discusses how atoms contribute to an object's mass and density, using examples like gold and helium. The tutorial explains how to calculate density and demonstrates the principle that less dense objects float on denser ones. It concludes with a mnemonic for remembering the density formula and a reminder to be kind.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is density a measure of?

The weight of an object

The volume of an object

The mass of an object per unit volume

The color of an object

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is made up of atoms?

Only gases

Everything, including stars and mountains

Only living things

Only non-living things

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does a balloon filled with helium float?

Helium is a solid

Helium atoms are tightly packed

Helium is heavier than air

Helium atoms are less compact and further apart

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you calculate the density of an object?

Subtract volume from mass

Divide mass by volume

Multiply mass by volume

Add mass and volume

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a cylinder filled with different liquids, where will the most dense liquid be found?

At the top

Floating around

In the middle

At the bottom

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a simple way to remember the formula for density?

Density is heavy

Density is volume

I love density

Density is light

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'I love density' help you remember?

The size of an object

The color of an object

The formula for density

The weight of an object

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final message of the video?

Be strong

Be kind

Be fast

Be smart