Matter and Materials · Physical Science
Sinking and Floating
Exploring the relationship between material type, shape, and buoyancy.
Key Questions
- 1Why can a heavy metal ship float while a small pebble sinks?
- 2How can we change the shape of an object to make it float?
- 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
Suggested Methodologies
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