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Posted by Brandi on Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:34pm.

How can you predict if a block of plastic will float in water? I know it has something to do with density but not sure.

Thanks..

science - DrBob222, Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 12:28am
The density of water is 1.00 g/mL. If the block of wood is less dense than water it will float. If more dense than water it will sink.

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