Scientific Inquiry Practice
Which objects sink and float?
Goal:
Goal:
Let’s practice making more predictions about whether an object will sink or float. Read each question below. When you have a prediction, click the box to find out if your prediction was right.
Will the boat sink or float?
The boat is made of wood. It floats.
Will this rock sink or float?
The rock is dense and heavy. It will sink.
Will this coin sink or float?
This coin is solid and denser than water.
It will sink.
Will this feather sink or float?
This feather will float. It is light and less dense than water.