Practice Stable Equilibrium - 11.5.3 | 11. Buoyancy, Metacentre, Stability and Rigid Body Motion | Fluid Mechanics - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define buoyancy.

💡 Hint: Think about how objects float.

Question 2

Easy

What does Archimedes' principle state?

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between weight and the displaced fluid.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is buoyancy?

  • A downward force
  • An upward force
  • A lateral force

💡 Hint: Think about how objects react when placed in water.

Question 2

If a ship's center of gravity is below the metacenter, what is its condition?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Relate this to stable equilibrium.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A floating object has a center of gravity 0.8 m below the metacenter. If it's disturbed, will it return to its original position? Explain why.

💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting at those points.

Question 2

Describe how the design of a ship can prevent capsizing under heavy winds using principles of buoyancy and stability.

💡 Hint: Think about weight distribution and hull design.

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