A solid, uniform object is placed in a fluid. Which statement best describes the condition that will cause the object to sink?(a) The object is heavier than the fluid. , (b) The volume of the object is less than the volume of the fluid. , (c) The object’s mass is greater than the fluid’s mass. , (d) The average density of the object is greater than the density of the fluid. :

A solid, uniform object is placed in a fluid. Which statement best describes the condition that will cause the object to sink? • Nerd Notes

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A solid, uniform object is placed in a fluid. Which statement best describes the condition that will cause the object to sink?

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