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An iron nail, if thrown into the sea, will sink. But, an entire ship made of iron will float on the water. Give reasons.

An iron nail, if thrown into the sea, will sink. But, an entire ship made of iron will float on the water. Give reasons.
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An iron nail, if thrown into the sea, will sink. But, an entire ship made of iron will float on the water. Give reasons.

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The surface of the bottom of the ship is wider so its more boyant to float. A nail is small so it'll sink. 
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