Question

The density of a substance is $0.5gc{m}^{-3}$. The substance _______.

• A. sinks in water
• B. floats in water
• C. remains at original position
• D. oscillates

Answer 1

The correct option is B floats in water

We know, density of water is $1gc{m}^{-3}$.
Given, density of the substance is $0.5gc{m}^{-3}$.
Since density of substance is less than density of water, the substance will float in water.