We are purposely using the terms “size” and “amount” instead of “volume” in this lesson about density. We are also using “heavy”, “light”, and “weight” instead of “mass”. If your students have already ...

We are purposely using the terms “size” and “amount” instead of “volume” in discussions of density. We are also using “heavy”, “light”, and “weight” instead of “mass”. If your students have already ...

The properties that determine the heaviness of a metal are its density, atomic weight, and atomic number. Density refers to the mass per unit volume and ... the perfect to use in counterweights ...