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Floating rocks: pumice.

Non-floating rocks: all but pumice.

Pumice can float on water because its density is so low, due to trapped bubbles of air which formed during its solidification from lava.

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Can float on water?

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What happens if something floats an salt is added?

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What is the difference of a pumice and a slate?

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