Calculate Volume of Object Thrown into Ocean

  • Thread starter Thread starter elemnt55
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Ocean Volume
Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on calculating the volume of an object thrown into the ocean, utilizing Archimedes' principle. The object has a density of 681.0 kg/m³ and a mass of 1183.0 kg, leading to a calculated volume of 1.735 m³. The volume of seawater displaced, based on a seawater density of 1024 kg/m³, is also determined to be 1.154 m³, illustrating the relationship between the object's density and buoyancy in seawater.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Archimedes' principle
  • Knowledge of density calculations
  • Familiarity with volume displacement concepts
  • Basic physics principles related to buoyancy
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the applications of Archimedes' principle in fluid mechanics
  • Learn about density and buoyancy calculations in various fluids
  • Explore the effects of different densities on object flotation
  • Investigate real-world applications of volume displacement in marine engineering
USEFUL FOR

Students in physics, marine engineers, and anyone interested in fluid dynamics and buoyancy calculations.

elemnt55
Messages
7
Reaction score
0
An object with a density of 681.0 kg/m3 and a mass of 1183.0 kg is thrown into the ocean. Find the volume that sticks out of the water. (use pseawater = 1024 kg/m3)
 
Physics news on Phys.org
You can't just "throw" the problem in this "ocean" and expect a solution. You need to give your thoughts, show your working.

Use Archimedes' principle.
 
Nice answer!

1. What is the volume of this object?


2. What is the volume of water it displaces?
(Again: "Archimedes' principal".)
 
Last edited by a moderator:

Similar threads

Solving the Mystery of a Floating Bottle: Density & Volume
  • · Replies 15 ·
Replies
15
Views
2K
Will a Sealed Steel Container Float in the Ocean?
  • · Replies 12 ·
Replies
12
Views
2K
Calculating Hot Air Balloon Volume & Lift
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
3K
How Does Balloon Volume Change During Ocean Descents?
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Calculate the volume of 1.00 mol of liquid water
  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
4K
Ice Core Density Problem (Inspired by NEEM)
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
985
Volume of ice needed to mitigate ocean warming since 1871
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
1K
What is the most effective nozzle size and water speed for maximum thrust?
  • · Replies 28 ·
Replies
28
Views
2K
Calculate the Mass of Steam / Enthelpy
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
Does Throwing an Object Overboard Affect Pond Water Level?
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K