Understanding Density

Understanding Density

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

Easy

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Bethany Turner

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the formula for calculating density?

D = m/v

D = v/m

D = m*v

D = m+v

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does a block of wood float on water?

Because its density is less than that of water

Because its density is greater than that of water

Because it has no mass

Because it has no volume

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What two measurements are needed to calculate density?

Mass and volume

Mass and weight

Volume and weight

Height and width

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can density help identify a mystery metal?

By comparing its density to known values

By measuring its color

By testing its hardness

By checking its temperature

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do hot air balloons rise?

Because the air inside is less dense than the cooler air outside

Because the air inside is more dense than the cooler air outside

Because the balloon is filled with helium

Because the balloon is lighter than air