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material that sink has a density above that of water and does not obey the law of floatation.

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How well do different materials sink or float in water?

The sinking or floating of materials in water depends on their density compared to water. Materials with higher density than water will sink, while those with lower density will float. For example, metals like iron sink in water, while plastics and wood float.


Would Blocks sink or float?

Blocks made of materials like wood or plastic would typically float in water, while blocks made of materials like metal or concrete would sink. The density and composition of the block determine whether it will sink or float in water.


How do materials that float differ from materials that sink?

The ones which float have a lower density than water, whereas those which sink have a higher density than water. However, also the shape the material is in influences whether it sinks or floats.


Will the materials that float on water also float on oil?

It depends on the density of the materials and the type of oil. In general, materials that are less dense than oil will float on oil, while materials that are more dense than oil will sink. Oil has a lower density than water, so materials that float on water may or may not float on oil.


Give some exampleof materials that sink and float in water?

rocks metal eggs dirt or sand all sink some woods sponge plastic aluminum cans all float


Does sharpner float?

No, sharpeners do not float in water as they are usually made of materials that are denser than water, such as metal or plastic. If placed in water, the sharpener will sink to the bottom.


Does asphalt float or sink?

Asphalt sinks in water because it is denser than water. Generally, solid materials that are denser than water will sink when placed in it.


Do clothes float or sink?

it will float as long as it is not fully covered water.


What causes materials to sink and float in water?

Density is a physical property of all materials and represents how much mass the material has per unity of volume. If the density is higher than that of water, the material floats. Lower than it sinks.


Will arsenic float or sink in pure water?

Arsenic is denser than water, so it will sink in pure water.


Will the toy car float or sink in water?

It all depends on what it is made of. Some made of metal will sink and others made of wood will not. Also the amount of air inside the enclosed part will also determine if it will or will not float.


Will a fork sink or float?

A fork will sink in water, as it is denser than water. The density of an object determines whether it will sink or float in water.