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Why does water density affect boats floating?
The water density is higher than the boat's therefore it floats on the water.
How do you find the density of floating objects?
To find the density of floating objects, you need to measure the mass of the object and the volume of water it displaces when floating. The density can then be calculated by dividing the mass of the object by the volume of water displaced.
How does salt water effect floating?
The salt water has a greater density and the floating is easier.
What force keeps ice floating in water?
the density
What is an example of a density?
ice floating on top of water because water has more density than ice.
Does salt water affect floating or sinking?
Salt increases the density of water, thus makes it easier to float.I've always had troubles floating while swimming in fresh water, but the difference when swimming in the sea is quite noticeable.There are many notes of people doing experiments with floating eggs with salt water versus fresh water.
Does size affect sinking and floating?
Yes, size can affect sinking and floating. Objects that are denser (heavier) than water will sink regardless of their size, while objects that are less dense (lighter) than water will float. However, the shape and density of an object also play a role in determining whether it will sink or float.
If a cube is floating and half of it is in the water what is its density?
The density of the floating cube is equal to the density of the fluid it is floating in. This is because the cube is in equilibrium, meaning the weight of the cube is equal to the weight of the fluid it displaces. Therefore, its density is the same as the fluid's density.
What can affect an object floating?
Salt in the water
What influence will the size of the surface and the mass of a floating object have on the floating ability of the object?
The size of the surface will affect the buoyant force acting on the object, with larger surfaces experiencing greater buoyant forces. The mass of the object will influence how easily it can displace water, affecting its ability to float. A larger mass may sink if it cannot displace enough water to counteract its weight.
D the floating of cork in water what is the principle behin?
the density of the cork is lower than the density of the water- so it floats.
Why is density less than the density of water float or sink in water?
For floating in water: density under 1 g/cm3 For sinking in water: density more than 1 g/cm3
