Density and Buoyancy Vocabulary

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Vocabulary flashcards related to density, buoyancy, and fluids.

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Density

A measure of the mass per unit volume.

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Volume

The amount of space an object occupies.

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Mass

A measure of the amount of matter in an object or substance.

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Displace

To take up the space of.

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Characteristic Property

A property of a substance that is always the same whether the sample is large or small.

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Buoyancy

The upward force that all fluids exert on objects.

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Swim Bladder

An internal gas-filled organ that contributes to the ability of a fish to control its buoyancy.

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Ballast Tanks

Compartments within a ship or submarine that take in water to increase stability or allow the vessel to submerge.

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Weight

The measure of the force of gravity on an object.