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Evaluating the effects of density on buoyancy.

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Object Density Comparison

A block of wood has a density of 0.6 g/cm³ and a metal ball has a density of 7.8 g/cm³. Both are placed in water.

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    Explain What will happen to each object when placed in water?

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Density and Buoyancy

An object is placed in water. The object has a density of 0.9 g/cm³, while the density of water is 1 g/cm³.

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    Analyse Discuss whether the object will float or sink in water.

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