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Why does aluminum float on water and ethanol but sinks on acetone?
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∙ 14y ago
H bonds present between the h2o molecules creates surface tension greater than that present in other liquids.
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Can a shale rock float?
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Caesium sink or float?
It sinks, it's too dense to float.
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Can a coin float in a cup of water?
No, it sinks.
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Can aluminium float in water?
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