12.3.2 - Discussion on Metacentric Height
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What percentage of an iceberg is typically visible above water?
💡 Hint: Think about the ratio of visible to submerged parts.
Define metacentric height in simple terms.
💡 Hint: It measures how stable a floating object is.
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What is the primary factor that contributes to the collapse of an iceberg?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens below the surface.
True or False: The Titanic was equipped with modern radar technologies.
💡 Hint: Consider the date of its maiden voyage.
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A ship is designed with a metacentric height of 2 meters. If the center of gravity lowers by 0.5 meters due to added weight, calculate the new metacentric height and discuss the implications for stability.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between center of gravity and metacentric height.
Design an experiment to measure metacentric height using a model ship. What materials would you use, and how would you conduct the experiment?
💡 Hint: What steps do you take to ensure accurate measurements?
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