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Why does tin foil float?
because tin foil is less dense then water so it makes it float!!!!
Why does the same piece of foil float or sink?
The same piece of foil can float or sink depending on its shape and how it is positioned in the water. If the foil is shaped to trap air, it will float. If the foil is crumpled or folded so it doesn't trap air, it will sink.
How can aluminum foil float in water?
A thin aluminum foil can float on water if placed carefully flat on the surface because of the surface tension of water. If you were to submerge it, the foil will sink.
Can you harden clay if you put foil under it?
Yes, you can harden clay with foil underneath it, but the process and results may vary depending on the type of clay used. The foil can prevent sticking and make it easier to remove the hardened clay from the surface. However, be cautious as the foil may affect heat distribution in the oven and could lead to uneven hardening. It's generally best to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for hardening clay for optimal results.
How does aluminum foil boat float?
Aluminum foil boats float due to the principle of buoyancy. When the boat is placed in water, the upward force of buoyancy is greater than the weight of the boat, allowing it to stay afloat. The shape of the boat helps displace enough water to create this upward force.
Will foil float on oil?
Yes, foil will float on oil. This is because aluminum foil is less dense than oil, allowing it to stay on the surface rather than sinking. However, the specific behavior can depend on the thickness and shape of the foil, as well as the type of oil.
What type of objects will float on top of water?
The types of objects that will float on water are foil, most rubber, and some plastic.
Why do boat made from aluminum foil float in xenon gas?
it floats because the xenon gas particles are heavier that the aluminum foil's.
Why might a tightly crumpled ball of foil sink but a flat piece of foil of the same mass float in water?
The tightly crumpled ball of foil has a smaller volume with less air trapped inside, making it denser and likely to sink. The flat piece of foil has a larger surface area and traps more air, increasing its buoyancy and allowing it to float despite being the same mass as the crumpled ball.
Can you make a piece of aluminum foil float in air?
No, aluminum foil is denser than air so it will not float on its own. It would require a strong updraft or force, such as being propelled by a fan or other means, to keep it suspended in the air.
What is the reason that a crushed tin ball of foil will sink and and flat piece of it floats?
A flat piece of tin foil may float on top of water due to surface tension. A crushed ball of foil does not have near the amount of surface area in contact with the surface of the water, so the surface tension is not sufficient to keep it suspended. Note that if you place a flat sheet of foil in the bottom of a container and pour water in on top of it however, it will not rise to the top to float; you have to place it on top carefully in order to get it to float.
Can alunminum foil float on water?
If folded into something like a bowl - yes. As a flat sheet - no.
