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How would a substance with a density of 0.95 gmL behave when placed in both oil and water?

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It would float on top of water, and sink to the bottom of the oil. In other words, it would be between the oil and the water.

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a substace with density of 0.95 gmL behave when placed in both water and oil?
When two substances do not mix with each other, the less dense substance will float on the more dense substance. Vegetable oil floats on water.If the mystery substance with d = 0.95 g/mL does not mix...
What substances has more density water or oil?
There are many different oils but most common cooking and lubricating oils are less dense than water. You can observe this by pouring the one into the other and the oil will float on top.
Is the density of water more then the density of oil?
Yes. Water has a greater density than oil. This is why oil floats.
What is the ratio of a substances density to the density of water?
It is called specific gravity and is a unitless value.