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Steel don't float on water because the density of steel is greater than the density of water.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 15y agoBecause steel is lighter less dense than Mercury.
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∙ 12y agoYes, because the density of mercury is greater.
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∙ 12y agoIt depends on the relative density of the steel versus the water. In general, no, but if you form the steel in the the shape of a boat or something that displaces enough water, it will float.
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∙ 13y agoNo, it is much heavier (almost 8x) than water.
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Can silver float on water?
Yes because silver's density is less than mercury's density.
Does mercury float on water?
No, it sinks.
Would the mass on mercury float on water?
Mercury would not float on water. This is because the density of Mercury (5427kg/m3) is greater than the density of water (1000kg/m3).
Which is denser silver or mercury?
Mercury is more dense than silver.
What is the atomic letter for mercury and silver?
Mercury is Hg. Silver is Ag.
Can silver float on water?
Yes because silver's density is less than mercury's density.
Will lead sik or float in mercury?
it will float
Can nickel float on liquid Mercury?
Strictly be density, nickel should float on mercury.
Can iron float in any liquid?
Solid iron will float in liquid mercury. In most liquids it will sink.
Does a bowling balls float?
No, they are not bouyant. They won't float on water, but they will float on mercury.
Does cork sink or float in mercury?
Oil is denser than cork, so the cork would float.
Is Mercury Blue or Silver?
mercury is a grey silver colour.
Will silver float or sink in water?
no gold does not float in water because it has a density higher than 1 which is the density for water. Therefore, it sinks.rofl
Does mercury float on water?
No, it sinks.
Will wood float on mercury?
yes it will
Does mercury float on liquid paraffin?
No.
What would happen if you put steel in mercury?
steel will float in mercury
