SUSPENDED EGG: Why is it easier to float in salt water?

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SUSPENDED EGG: Why is it easier to float in salt water?

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  Last updated April 27, 2018 at 11:45 am

Topics:   Innovate & Tech

Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to float in the salt water? Find out why.


What you need:


1 x fresh egg

1 x glass half full with water

1 x jug of water

1 x large spoon

1 x teaspoon

6 x teaspoons of salt

Red food colouring

Blue food colouring


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