What property primarily determines whether an object will float or sink in water?

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Density determines whether an object floats or sinks. If an object's density is less than that of water, it tends to float; if greater, it sinks. Mass and weight relate to gravity, not buoyancy.

What property primarily determines whether an object will float or sink in water?

What property primarily determines whether an object will float or sink in water?

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