Density
1 mark · EasyA stone is denser than water. What will happen if you place the stone in a beaker of water? State why.
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The stone will sink because its density is greater than water.
Must show: sink, density comparison
Also accept: It sinks/It will go to the bottom
Common mistakes: It floats
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B1 · 1 mark · States that the stone sinks and links the reason to density
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The stone will sink because its density is greater than that of water.