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The density of oil is what makes it float on water. Oil is less dense than water and does not mix or dissolve within the water. Therefore, it floats.
The density of oil is what makes it float on water. Oil is less dense than water and does not mix or dissolve within the water.
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∙ 13y agoOil is lighter less dense then water so it floats.
Additionally water (polar) is attracted to other water molecules, oil (non-polar) is attracted to other oil molecules meaning they 'stick together'. The difference in density means they stratify into one layer on top of another.
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∙ 10y agoOil has less density than water so it
floats in water
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∙ 11y agoOil is less dense than water.
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Will crude oil float on water or sink?
Most (but not all) oil is less dense than water. That oil which is less dense than water will float. That oil which is denser than water will sink.
Is oil in water soluble or insoluble?
Oil is insoluble in water. If you try to mix them, the oil will just float on top of the water.
How do oil and water separate?
Oil and water separate because oil will float to the top and water will sink to the bottom. The reason oil wil float to the top because oil is non polar while water is compound polar. Separation by decantation and filtration.Separation by decantation and filtration.
Does oil float on sand?
well i think it does because that's whats going to make the oil stiff
What happens when a mixture of oil and water are left to stand?
It will separate and the oil will float to the top, as it is lighter than water.
Do oil sink or float in water?
Float.
Is USP mineral oil soluble in water?
No, it is not. Oil and water do not mix. If you pour oil into water, the oil will float to the surface. If you pour water into oil, the water will sink to the bottom and the oil will float on top.
Will crude oil float on water or sink?
Most (but not all) oil is less dense than water. That oil which is less dense than water will float. That oil which is denser than water will sink.
Why does oil and gas float on water?
Oil and gas are less dense than water therefore will separate and float.
Will vinegar float in oil?
No. Oil will float on vinegar as vinegar has the same density as water.
What objects float in water oil and syrup?
oil
What substances will float in water?
oil
When a ocean spills why does the oil float on water?
Oil is lighter than water.
Does a ball float in water higher than in oil?
No, a ball will float higher in oil than in water because the density of oil is lower than that of water. The buoyant force experienced by the ball in oil is greater, causing it to float higher.
Does ebony float in olive oil?
No. Ebony is one of the few woods that doesn't float in water. Oil is lighter than water so ebony won't float in that either.
Dose all plastic float in oil?
plastic will float in water because it is lighter than oil
Does oil float on petrol?
pertol,water and motor oil
