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Paper 3 structured question: Density

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Density

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A block of wood has a density of 0.6 g/cm³ and is placed in water.

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Wood Block in Water

The block of wood is placed in a container filled with water.

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    State whether the block will float or sink in water.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]

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Paper 3 structured question: Density

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Metal Sphere in Fluid

The metal sphere is submerged in the fluid.

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    Explain why the metal sphere will sink in the fluid.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]