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viscosity of saline water is higher than that of pure water
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 14y agothe density of salty water is more than plain water. Therfore the upward force exerted by salty water on the egg is more than that of plain water.So eggs float better in salt water.
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∙ 12y agoIn fresh water a good egg will sink. If you put an uncooked egg in water and it floats, throw it away. A boiled egg will float, and in a strong concentration of salt water, an egg will float.
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∙ 14y agoAn egg would float better in salt water. Because salt water has a greater density, it will give a greater upward push.
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∙ 11y agoSalt is more dense
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Can you give me an example of science fair project about density?
Fresh eggs are less dense than water and hence will float whereas old eggs will sink at the bottom of the container filled with water. Similarly, a regular soda can will sink in water and a diet soda can will float on water. Water have a density of 1.00 g/cm3.
Do things float better in salt water or fresh water?
Things can float better in salt water, due to density. For a visual experience, try getting 2 cups, fill both with tap water, and put salt in one cup, then mix it in. Get 2 eggs, and put one in each cup, keep on adding salt to one cup, until the egg floats. I hope I answered your question!
Will an egg float or sink in water?
It depends on the age of the egg. An older egg is likely to float as the air bubble in the egg hows larger as the egg dries out. This used to be a test for separating fresh from old eggs in general stores. Even a fresh egg (even though it doesn't float) will orient itself bubble end up in a pan of water.
What is the best object to float in salt water?
eggs, if i may. eggs can float in saltwater but not tapwater. in my opinion, eggs are not the best floating object for saltwater but they are one thing that floats
Give some exampleof materials that sink and float in water?
rocks metal eggs dirt or sand all sink some woods sponge plastic aluminum cans all float
Does Egg Float In Salt Water Or Fresh Water?
Fresh eggs float in salt water because the density of salt water is more than the density of the egg. But fresh eggs do not float in fresh water because the density of water is less than that of the egg. Salt increases the density of water.
What is the background research on Egg Flotation?
eggs float better with water and salt but they do not float in just water
What type of egg will float better in water?
brown eggs
Will an egg float in salt water or tap water?
Eggs float in salt water but not in tap water, which is a fresh water. This is because salt water is more dense than fresh water.
Can an egg float better with salt?
An egg will sink in fresh water. Salt water is denser than fresh water, which allows the egg to float.
If boiled eggs have been mixed fresh eggs in a baskethow do you know which is which?
Boiled eggs float when fully immersed in water where as fresh eggs do not. So I you do not mind getting your eggs wet (funny as it sounds) then immerse them in water and take away those that float. I believe there are other possible tests but will have to check these at a later date but I hope this helps you well enough
Why do eggs float on salty water but not on ordinary water?
Salt water is more dense than fresh(tap) water. This allows the egg to float. It is also easier to stay afloat in the ocean than in a fresh water lake. Same concept. how much water do i use?
Why not use the eggs which are kept in refrigerator for cakes?
There is nothing wrong with using eggs kept in the refrigerator for cakes. However, you would not want to use old eggs that had been kept for several weeks or longer. YOu can test how fresh eggs are by placing them in water. Very fresh eggs will lie on their side at the bottom. As they get less fresh they wil begin to float up. If they float to the top of the water then they shouold be discarded. Also, when a cake recipe calls for egg whites to be whipped into peaks, you can achieve better results if you take the eggs out of the refrigerator early and allow them to come to room temperature before whipping them.
Does fresh egg floats on water?
There is an small air space in eggs. The space is too small to let the egg float in fresh water. An addled egg may have formed enough gas, due to decomposition, to cause the egg to float.
If the egg is flat on the bottom and not rounded off is it good to eat?
yes. you know eggs are bad if they float. the more eggs float in water the worse they are. if they are farther down in the water the better they are. hope this was helpful
Why do rotten eggs float in water?
As the egg decomposes, the mass of the egg is reduced. This is because the egg shell is porous and water vapor and gases can escape over time, reducing the mass of the egg. If the mass of the egg is less than the mass of the volume of water displaced by the egg, it will float.
How long do eggs stay fresh without refrigeration?
If the eggs in the nest are more than a week old, I just put them in water to see if they float in water. If they float, they're no good. If they start to turn upward like they want to float, you're taking chances. If they're dead still and don't float at all, then they're fresh.
