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MYP Physics · 01 · investigation

Mystery pebble density plan

Scientific inquiry and measurement · Original GioPhysics question with a detailed, mark-by-mark answer guide.

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Answer
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Question7 marks

Plan how to determine the density of an irregular pebble using a balance, water and a measuring cylinder. Include variables, repeats and one safety or quality step.

Task interpretation

What a complete response should do

Define what changes and what is measured, then give a reproducible method and a way to judge the evidence.

Split the problem into linked stages and state why each relationship applies.

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