Old KS4 Science Curriculum - Science

11. Explore pressure in floating or sinking

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Calculate the pressure due to a column of liquid

Describe the factors which influence floating and sinking

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fluid

Something which has no fixed shape and is able to flow.

column

An upright cylindrical structure.

floating

An object which is balanced due to the push of the water upon it.

sinking

An object heavier that the push of water.

dissipates

The ways which energy is wasted.

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