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Yes, pencils can float in water because they are less dense than water. The buoyant force acting on the pencil is greater than its weight, causing it to float.

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Does pencil float on water?

Yes, pencils typically float on water due to their low density and buoyancy. The wood and graphite materials used in pencils are less dense than water, allowing them to stay on the surface rather than sink.


Is a pencil dencer then water?

no, a pencil will float therefore it is less dense than water(ticonderoga #2 pencil was used)no pencils were harmed in the execution of this experiment


Why does pencil float?

The main body of the pencil is made from soft wood which is naturally boyant, the pencil 'lead' is not lead at all but a much lighter substance called graphite. Your pencil is just not heavy enough to sink.


How many is a gross of pencils?

A gross of pencils is 144 pencils.


What is the plural possessive of pencils?

The plural form of the noun pencil is pencils.The plural possessive form is pencils'.Example: I enjoy choosing from the pencils' colors.


What is the unit rate with the second given unit in the denominator 288 pencils in 36 boxes?

288 pencils/36 boxes = 8 pencils per box.288 pencils/36 boxes = 8 pencils per box.288 pencils/36 boxes = 8 pencils per box.288 pencils/36 boxes = 8 pencils per box.


Did the Celts have pencils?

The celts did not have pencils.


What is group of pencils called?

Pencils


If you have a gross of pencils how many pencils do you have?

A gross is 144. So you would have 144 pencils.


What do map pencils look like?

Map pencils are similar to colored pencils, but are widely viewed as inferior.


What is graphite used in?

pencils such as lead pencils


What are pop up pencils?

they are mechanical pencils