1.6. Problem on buoyant force

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is buoyant force?

   Hint

   Think about objects in water.

2. 2.

   What does Archimedes' Principle state?

   Hint

   Consider why objects float.

3. 3.

   What is the buoyant force?

   • Equal to the weight of the submerged object
   • Equal to the weight of the fluid displaced
   • Equal to the weight of the entire fluid

   Hint

   Use Archimedes' principle.

4. 4.

   True or False: A heavier object will always sink.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how boats can float despite being heavy.

5. 5.

   A 10 kg object is submerged in a liquid with a density of 600 kg/m³. Calculate the buoyant force acting on it and discuss its implications for design.

   Hint

   Consider the implications of relevant weights for floating objects.

6. 6.

   Analyze why a heavy ship floats while a small metal piece sinks despite being lighter. What factors influence this?

   Hint

   Think about how volume and shape can affect buoyancy.