Density Quiz

What is the definition of density?

• The amount of space an object occupies

• The mass of an object per unit volume

• The weight of an object in air

• The volume of an object per unit mass

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is the correct formula to calculate density?

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

If an object has a mass of 50 grams and a volume of 10 cm³, what is its density?

Tags

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Tags

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Explain why an object with a higher density than water will sink when placed in water.

• Because it has more mass

• Because it displaces more water

• Because its density is greater than the density of water

• Because it has a larger volume

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A liquid has a mass of 250 grams and occupies a volume of 200 cm³. Calculate its density and determine if it will float or sink in water.

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Describe a real-world scenario where understanding the concept of density is crucial.

• Calculating the speed of a car

• Determining whether an object will float or sink in water

• Measuring the temperature of a substance

• Finding the length of a piece of string

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

A scientist finds that a material has a mass of 300 grams and a volume of 150 cm³. What is the density of the material, and what can you infer about its ability to float in water?

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Mass = density x ___________________

• a. Volume
• b. Base
• c. 1000