What Factors Affect the Height of Water Splashes?

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The height of water splashes when a stone hits the surface is influenced by several factors, even if the stone's velocity remains constant. The mass of the stone plays a significant role, as heavier stones can create larger splashes. Additionally, the depth to which the stone penetrates the water affects the splash height, with deeper entries potentially leading to higher splashes. The angle at which the stone strikes the water is also crucial, as it can significantly alter the splash dynamics. Overall, these physical properties collectively determine the resulting splash height.
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If the velocity of a stone is the same in all cases, what determines how high the water splashes when hit by the stone?
 
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quantum123 said:
If the velocity of a stone is the same in all cases, what determines how high the water splashes when hit by the stone?
You will have to explain the question more clearly.

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Well, the mass of the stone will most certainly make a difference. I imagfine here are many physical properties of the stone that would make a diff.
 
Does it depend on how deep the stone travels into the water?
 
I believe how deep the stone goes into the water would alter the splash height somewhat, but I think the angle that the stone was at while hitting the water makes a big difference in the splash.
 

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