Density Flashcards

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1
Q

State the equation for density. Give

appropriate units.

A

density (kg/m³) = mass (kg) ÷ volume (m³)

ρ = m/v

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Describe a method to determine

the density of a liquid.

A
  1. Place an empty beaker on top of a balance and zero the device
  2. Pour liquid into the beaker to determine the mass
  3. Pour the same liquid into a measuring cylinder and read off the volume
  4. Use ρ = m/v to calculate density
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3
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When do objects float in water?

A

When the object is less dense than the

water displaced by it.

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