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Objects float in water if they have a density lower than water, while objects sink if they have a density higher than water. Density is a measure of how much mass per unit volume an object has. This is why objects like wood and plastic, which have lower density than water, tend to float, while objects like metal, which have higher density, tend to sink.
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Can light things float on water?
If it has enough surface area such as a leaf or bigger yes so long as it lands on the water in such a way it traps a little air under it, note..even concrete can float, many septic tanks are made of concrete and will float in only about a foot of water if you dont remember to fill them with water before it rains
Will an egg float or sink in water?
It depends on the age of the egg. An older egg is likely to float as the air bubble in the egg hows larger as the egg dries out. This used to be a test for separating fresh from old eggs in general stores. Even a fresh egg (even though it doesn't float) will orient itself bubble end up in a pan of water.
Why dont a steel nail float?
A steel nail is denser than water, so it sinks. The weight of the nail is greater than the buoyant force acting on it, causing it to sink to the bottom.
Why does gravity make things fall?
Gravity is a force that attracts objects toward each other. When an object is dropped, gravity pulls it toward the center of the Earth, causing it to fall. The acceleration due to gravity causes objects to accelerate as they fall, increasing their speed until they reach the ground.
Why does an object float in water sinks in kerosene oil?
No. The ice does not float on oil or kerosene, it is because a kerosene is a non-polar solute whil the ice which came from H2o is a polar solute in which it contradicts with each other. When the ice melts, the ice become water, the water is denser than kerosene, so the kerosene floats for it has a lighter density while the water sinks for it has a denser density.
Why do some objects float and others dont?
Because some objects are a lot denser than water so the sink and others are less denser so they float
Why will spirits float on water?
Well some do - mineral spirits for example are a hydrocarbon that do float on water. However, others such as methylated spirits are totally water soluble and hence dont float.
Why does some things float on water while others dont?
Some things float on water because they are less dense than water, creating buoyancy that allows them to stay afloat. Other things sink in water because they are denser than water, causing them to displace water and sink. Factors like shape, size, and weight can also affect whether something will float or sink in water.
You are green put you in water you dont float what are you?
Denser than water.
Does galena float in water?
No, galena does not float in water because it has a higher density than water. This means that galena will sink when placed in water.
Would an egg float in fresh water?
no i dont think so
Can an egg float in water or in vinigar?
i dont know it is just that way
Do ginger people float or sink in water?
no they dont float like normal people
Would any of the above float in water?
sorry to tell u i dont know so i dont care
Will an egg float in orange juice?
i dont no but why dont you fill a sink with water and lkay an orange on top of it then you'll see if it floats
Do peanuts float in fresh water?
Yes. The salt stabalizes them in the water. If you have ever heard of the dead sea, anything really can float in there. If there is salt in water a peanut can float.
Why do you float though you're denser than water?
If you're denser than water, you dont float. it might be because the water ur floating in might not be pure 100% water which is 1 g/ml. It might be mixed with stuff.
