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It floats because the density of water is bigger than the oil.

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If you mixed oil and vinegar together which one would rise to the top?

Oil has a lower density than vinegar. When oil and vinegar are mixed, the oil rises, or floats to the top.


Does vinegar dissolve in oil?

No. Oil does not dissolve in vinegar just as in water. It is lighter so it forms a layer over vinegar


Will vinegar rise or sink when you add olive oil?

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Which do you pour first for dressing oil or vinegar?

The oil, which is the heaviest would be okay to put first, but it's best to mix the oil and vinegar before pouring over the salad.


Is vinegar soluble in kerosene?

No, vinegar is not soluble in kerosene because they are chemically different substances. Vinegar is mostly composed of water and acetic acid, while kerosene is a hydrocarbon mixture. Since water and oil-based substances like kerosene do not mix, vinegar will not dissolve in kerosene.


Oil or vinegar is greater in density?

Oil has a lower density compared to vinegar. Oil floats on top of vinegar because it is less dense.


How can you separate oil from water if there mixed?

Let stand over time the oil will rise to the top


Why is it that if you mix vinegar and olive oil the vinegar is at the bottom?

Vinegar is a heavier substance than Olive Oil so the Vinegar goes to the bottom and the Olive Oil stays up top


What is in vinegar oil?

Vinegar oil bottles come two types. One comes with two bottles, one is oil and one is vinegar. The second type is the combined mixture of oil and vinegar which is used for gourmet cooking.


Is oil and vinegar an element compound heterogeneous mixture solution or colloid?

Oil and vinegar is a heterogeneous mixture composed of two immiscible substances - oil and vinegar. It is not a solution or a colloid.


Which is more dense oil or vinegar?

Oil is more dense than vinegar. Oil has a higher density due to its molecular composition and structure, which makes it less buoyant and more likely to sink in vinegar.


Does balsamic vinegar ever contain pine nut oil?

When you purchase balsamic vinegar, you do not get the oil in the vinegar. However, it is possible to purchase a pine nut oil and balsamic vinegar salad dressing.