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Why do objects made of wood or plastic float in water?


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  1. The density of an object determines whether it will float or sink in another substance.
  2. An object that has a lower density than the liquid it will float.
  3. An object will sink if it is denser than the liquid it is placed in.
  4. Objects made of wood or plastic float in water.
  5. This is due to the fact that the density of wood or plastic is less than the density of water.

Hence, the objects made of wood or plastic float in water.


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