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Question
Which pair of substances among the following would float in a tumbler half filled with water?
Options
Cotton thread, thermocol
Feather, plastic ball
Pin, oil drops
Rubber band, coin
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Solution
Feather, plastic ball
Explanation:
Feather and plastic ball will float on water because they are lighter than water.
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