3. More about water (2) Flashcards
1
Q
Some objects can float on water. Think of some examples.
A
rubber ring
flower
ship
2
Q
Heavy object (always / do not always) sink in water
A
do not always
3
Q
Light object (always / do not always) float in water
A
do not always
4
Q
The shape of an object (affects / does not affect) its ability to float on water
A
affects
5
Q
Water pressure and depth
Put on a plastic glove and put your hand into water,
A
The gloves is pressed onto your hand. This shows that water exerts pressure on objects.
6
Q
Water pressure (increases / decreases) with depth
A
increases
7
Q
if we make the clay into the shape of a boat, the clay floats. Why
A
This is because the hollow part increases the total volume of the clay boat. This helps it float on water.
