What is the primary factor that determines whether an object will float or sink in water?

Density and Buoyancy Concepts

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The color of the object
The density of the object
The weight of the object
The size of the object
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following objects is likely to float on water?
Ping pong ball
Metal spoon
Marble
Rock
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does a sponge float on water?
It is heavier than water
It is less dense than water
It is more colorful
It is larger in size
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to an object that is more dense than water?
It floats
It sinks
It evaporates
It dissolves
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you compare the density of an object to determine if it will float or sink?
Compare it to the weight of the object
Compare it to the size of the object
Compare it to the density of water
Compare it to the density of air
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What mistake should be avoided when comparing densities?
Not comparing with the density of water
Using the object's color
Using the object's shape
Comparing with the density of air
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What effect does adding salt or sugar have on water?
It makes the water less dense
It makes the water more dense
It changes the water's color
It makes the water evaporate
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