How to calculate the density of an object in water?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the method to calculate the density of an object when it is submerged in water. To calculate density, we need to use the formula: density = mass/volume. The volume can be determined using the water displacement method if the object is irregularly shaped.
Answer
Use D = m ÷ v, where 'm' is mass and 'v' is volume.
To calculate the density of an object in water, first find the mass (m) using a balance scale. Then, determine the volume (v) by submerging the object in water and measuring the displaced water. Finally, use the formula D = m ÷ v.
Answer for screen readers
To calculate the density of an object in water, first find the mass (m) using a balance scale. Then, determine the volume (v) by submerging the object in water and measuring the displaced water. Finally, use the formula D = m ÷ v.
More Information
This method is especially useful for irregularly shaped objects that can't have their volume measured easily otherwise.
Tips
Ensure that the object is fully submerged to get an accurate volume measurement.
Sources
- How to Calculate Density by Water Displacement - sciencing.com
- How can displacement be used to find the density of an object water? - socratic.org
