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An object will float in water if its density is less than that of water. Rubbing alcohol has a lower density than water, so an object that sinks in rubbing alcohol likely has a higher density than the rubbing alcohol. This difference in density causes the object to sink in rubbing alcohol but float in water.

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Will objects float better in rubbing alcohol or water?

Objects will float better in rubbing alcohol than in water because rubbing alcohol has a lower density than water. This means that objects will displace less liquid in rubbing alcohol, making it easier for them to float.


What is the adhesive difference between rubbing alcohol and water?

Water contains no alcohol or oils, as rubbing alcohol does.


What is inside rubbing alcohol?

Rubbing alcohol contain water, methanol or isopropyl alcohol, a dye.


When rubbing alcohol and water mix does rubbing alcohol make water disappear?

No, rubbing alcohol does not make water disappear when they mix. Instead, rubbing alcohol and water form a uniform solution where the molecules of both substances are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.


Which will an ice cube last the longest in- water or rubbing alcohol?

Rubbing alcohol, because water takes out all of the coolness of an ice cube whistle rubbing alcohol keeps it in.


What is rubbing alcohol made of?

It is a mixture of denatured alcohol, water and agents added to make the alcohol unpalatable to drink and sometimes colorants. There are two common types of rubbing alcohol, Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol and Ethyl Alcohol Rubbing Alcohol.


What is rubbing alcohol made?

It is a mixture of denatured alcohol, water and agents added to make the alcohol unpalatable to drink and sometimes colorants. There are two common types of rubbing alcohol, Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol and Ethyl Alcohol Rubbing Alcohol.


Why will it happen if you put colored water on a piece foil and then added a drop of rubbing alcohol?

As soon as you add the drop of rubbing alcohol the colored water will quickly move away from the rubbing alcohol,but will leave a really thin layer of colored water where you added the drop of rubbing alcohol


What has a higher specific heat water or rubbing alcohol?

rubbing alcohol has higher specific heat


Can you mix vinegar and rubbing alcohol?

Yes. In fact, rubbing alcohol is already mixed half-and-half with water.


Is acetone the same as rubbing alcohol?

No, acetone is not the same as rubbing alcohol. Acetone is a type of solvent, while rubbing alcohol is a mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water used as a disinfectant.


Does water or rubbing alcohol dissolve the fastest?

Rubbing alcohol typically dissolves faster than water due to its lower surface tension and ability to break down substances more easily.