12.1.4 - Experiment: Metacentric Height
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Practice Questions
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What is metacentric height?
💡 Hint: Think about how this relates to balance.
What percentage of an iceberg is typically visible above water?
💡 Hint: Consider the ratio of submerged volume.
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What is metacentric height?
💡 Hint: Think about where the metacenter is located.
True or False: Only a small part of an iceberg is visible above water.
💡 Hint: Consider the ratio we discussed earlier.
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A ship has a metacentric height of 2 meters. If additional weight raises the center of gravity by 0.5 meters, discuss the impact on the ship's stability and provide calculations to support your answer.
💡 Hint: Consider how raising the center of gravity affects equilibrium.
In a naval engineering simulation, an iceberg's base temperature rises, causing underwater melting. Calculate how this shift changes the stability conditions and respond with a safety proposal for nearby vessels.
💡 Hint: Account for the ratio of submerged to visible parts of the iceberg.
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