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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is buoyancy?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the force that allows boats to float.
Question 2
Easy
What does the center of buoyancy represent?
💡 Hint: Consider where the effect of the fluid displacement is centered.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the principle behind buoyancy?
- It is always equal to the weight of the submerged object
- It is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced
- It is dependent on the shape of the object
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of buoyancy.
Question 2
True or False: The center of buoyancy is always below the center of gravity.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about how buoyancy and gravity interact.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Calculate the metacentric height of a rectangular barge of dimensions 4m x 2m x 1m floating in water. Assume the density of water is 1000 kg/m³.
💡 Hint: Use the formula relating buoyant force and volume.
Question 2
A ship is designed such that its center of gravity is raised. Discuss how this could affect its stability.
💡 Hint: Consider the effect of height on the leverage and balance of forces.
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