Discussions: 1- If you just put a wooden block in water, it will float. Why do you think it floats on water? 2- Would the size of the sample affect its float? 3- If you had a plastic rod, do you think it would float, sink, or remain suspended in water? Why?

Discussions: 1- If you just put a wooden block in water, it will float. Why do you think it floats on water? 2- Would the size of the sample affect its float? 3- If you had a plastic rod, do you think it would float, sink, or remain suspended in water? Why?

College Physics

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285737027

Author:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, Chris Vuille

Chapter9: Solids And Fluids

Section: Chapter Questions

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