Mass, Volume, and Density

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What is the formula for density?

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density = mass ÷ volume

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Which units are used for density?

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g/mL (grams per milliliter)

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What is the volume of a liquid measured in a graduated cylinder?

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Volume is the amount of space a liquid occupies, measured in mL.

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What is the mass of an object?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in grams (g).

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How do you calculate the volume of an irregular object?

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Use the water displacement method: submerge the object in water and measure the change in water level.

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What is the relationship between mass, volume, and density?

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Density is the ratio of mass to volume (Density = Mass/Volume).

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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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What is the density of water?

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The density of water is approximately 1 g/mL.

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How can you determine if an object will float or sink in water?

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If the object's density is less than 1 g/mL, it will float; if greater, it will sink.