Density Columns

Lab 4.1 allowed us to see the density of gases. When comparing solids, liquids, and gases, which one is the least dense?

• solids

• gases

• liquids

Students were investigating the density of some substances. The students can make all of the following conclusions about their investigation EXCEPT...

• The sponge is more dense than oil

• The grape is more dense than water but less dense than oil

• The screw is more dense than water and more dense than oil

• Water is less dense than syrup and more dense than oil

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which statement is correct?

• Corn syrup is denser than water.

• Water is denser than corn syrup.

• Water is less dense than oil.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Use the picture to select the correct statement.

• Oil is denser than water

• Pasta is less dense then crayon

• The paper clip is denser than every thing else

Look at this image.  Which object has the LOWEST density in water? How? 

• The Ping Pong Ball because it floats to the top 

• The bolt because it has sunk to the bottom

• The soda cap because it is not just full of air like the Ping Pong ball

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Which substance is the most dense in this picture?

• Vegetable Oil

• Dish Soap

• Honey

• Corn Syrup

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Put the liquids in order from most dense to least dense?

• 4, 3, 2, 1

• 1, 2, 3, 4

• 3, 4, 2, 1, 

• 4, 3, 1, 2

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Students were investigating filled cans of soda to test their density in water. Which conclusion can be made about the investigation?

• All cans of soda are less dense than water

• Diet cola is more dense than water because it floats in water

• Regular cola is more dense in water because it sinks

• Both cans of soda are more dense in water

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Students sorted items by their ability to sink or float. Which student organized the items correctly?

• Aaron

• Leslie

• Phillipa

• Alex

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NGSS.5-PS1-3

Which of the following items are likely MORE DENSE than water?

• Wood Pencil

• Plastic Ball

• Cork

• Penny

• Glass Bead