P1.4 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is density
A
mass per unit volume
2
Q
What is the equation for density
A
ρ = m/V
3
Q
How do you find the density of a regular shape
A
Find the mass of the object by weighing it and the volume by finding the base x length x height. Then use the calculation to find the density.
4
Q
How do you find the density of a irregular shape
A
Find the mass by weighing it and the volume by placing the object in a measuring cylinder with liquid and find the difference of the liquid without the object and the liquid with the object, giving the volume. Then use the calculation to find the density.
5
Q
What will float on water
A
Anything below 1g/m3
6
Q
What will sink in water
A
Anything above 1g/m3
