Ark

What is the primary scientific concept behind the construction of an ark in terms of buoyancy?

• Density and displacement

• Thermal expansion

• Magnetic fields

• Electrostatic forces

Which scientific principle would be most important in ensuring an ark remains stable in water?

• Center of mass

• Thermal conductivity

• Electrical resistance

• Optical refraction

If an ark is made of wood, which property of wood is crucial for its buoyancy?

• Low density

• High thermal conductivity

• High electrical resistance

• High optical clarity

In a scientific experiment to test the buoyancy of an ark, which variable would be most important to control?

• Water density

• Air temperature

• Wind speed

• Light intensity

What scientific method would be used to calculate the volume of an irregularly shaped ark?

• Water displacement method

• Spectroscopy

• Chromatography

• Electrophoresis

Which of the following materials would be least suitable for constructing an ark based on its density?

• Lead

• Wood

• Aluminum

• Plastic

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How does the concept of surface tension relate to the construction of an ark?

• It affects how water interacts with the hull

• It determines the color of the ark

• It influences the electrical conductivity

• It changes the thermal properties

What role does the Archimedes' principle play in the design of an ark?

• It helps determine buoyancy

• It calculates thermal expansion

• It measures electrical resistance

• It assesses optical properties

Which scientific tool would be most useful in measuring the dimensions of an ark?

• Caliper

• Thermometer

• Voltmeter

• Spectrometer

In terms of material science, why is wood a preferred material for building an ark?

• It is buoyant and strong

• It is a good conductor of electricity

• It is transparent

• It is magnetic

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