Competency #3
Analyze the characteristics of solids, liquids, and gases
Learning Objective d
- d. Define pressure
Question
Write down your answer to the following question:
When you hold a cylinder in your hand, it feels lighter to you if it is lying on its side, as opposed to standing on the end. In reality, of course, the mass of the cylinder is the same either way (and so is the weight). Explain why your perception is different in these two instances.
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| Feels lighter | Feels heavier |
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