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This effect is due to the refraction of light from the stem when it passes from the water into air.
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What is the definition of ambient water?
Water , that surrounded all plants or flowers ..
Do you put a teaspoon of sugar or more in water to keep cut flowers fresh?
You put a teaspoon of sugar in the vase of flowers with the water to keep the flowers fresh
Why does an oar appear to be bent when part of it is in the water?
Refraction.
Is a water molecule larger than a oil molecule?
no
Why do density of a substance is wrong when some of the water splashes?
If some of the water splashes out, then the volume that you measure will be inaccurate, in that it will appear to be less than it actually is. This will cause the calculated density to be inaccurate, in that it will appear to be greater than it actually is.
Why does a flower stem appear larger under water?
cuz the plant ate tacos :)Refraction.
When you look at your feet under water why do you appear to be larger and nearer the surface than they really are?
It is refraction caused by light moving at a slightly different speed in water than in air.
Why are flowers cut diagonaly?
This is to expose a larger cut area to the water in which they will be placed.
How do florists color flowers?
Flower coloring is the technique of placing fresh cut flowers into water containing food coloring. Warm water encourages better absorption than cold water. Florists also will cut the flowers under water using a sharp knife, as this prevents air bubbles and tissue damage from blocking the stem's cambial layer. If the process is successful, then the coloring will appear on flowers within 24 hours.
Which animal stores water from flowers under its shell?
turtle
Why do objects look larger in water?
Water bends or refracts light, not only do things look bigger they are not where they appear to be.
How do birds dive under water and appear to not get wet?
The feathers are heavily oiled to repel water.
Why does the veins of a leaf appear larger when a dew drop falls on it?
THe water droplet acts as a magnifying lens.
Why are flowers kept in water after they are cut?
It is believed that cutting the stems of flowers under water prevents air from getting into the stems which would inhibit the stem's ability to absorb water.
Will Windex kill flowers?
windex or dishsoap? will they kill flowers
Why does a mug full of water appear light as long as it is under water in a bucket than when it is outside water?
due to refraction of outside light in the mug.
Why does something seem larger under water than in real life?
because it refracts light
