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Will the block float? Pupils take measurements to calculate the volume of various blocks of different materials. Using a scale, they determine the mass of each block and then calculate their densities. Scholars finish by ranking the objects from the densest to least dense and predict which ones will float.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include blocks of different types of wood to show that all wood does not have the same density
Classroom Considerations
- Requires scales to find the mass
- Individuals must understand how to multiply and divide
Pros
- Includes discussion questions to use with the activity
- Contains background information for the teacher
Cons
- None