Matter and Materials · Physical Science

Sinking and Floating

Exploring the relationship between material type, shape, and buoyancy.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why can a heavy metal ship float while a small pebble sinks?
  2. 2How can we change the shape of an object to make it float?
  3. 3What role does the type of material play in whether an object stays above water?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Diversity of Materials - P3
Level: Primary 3
Subject: Science
Unit: Matter and Materials
Period: Physical Science

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