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Defining Density

Defining Density

In this introductory demonstration and activity, learners are introduced to the concept of density as they explore a rock and a wooden block in water. First, learners observe a small rock and a larger, heavier wooden block on a balance and then in a tank of water. The lighter rock sinks, while the heavier wooden block floats. Learners realize that there must be something more to sinking and floating than size or weight....

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Keywords:
Water, Physical Science, Density, Geoscience, Structure and Properties of Matter, NSDL, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, General Science, Conducting Investigations, Technology, Volume and Density, Chemistry, Sink, Volume, Float, Mass, Mass and Weight, Education, Materials Science
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
January 12, 2021
Authors:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Grade School, Middle School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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