Calculating the buoyant force on a cube

Thread starter RichardCash
Start date Mar 27, 2013
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To calculate the buoyant force on a submerged cube with a volume of 0.78 m3 and a mass of 328 kg, Archimedes' Principle is applied. The buoyant force is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the cube, which can be determined using the formula: buoyant force = volume of fluid displaced × density of fluid × gravitational acceleration. The weight of the cube is also relevant, as it helps in understanding the net forces acting on the object. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding these fundamental principles in solving buoyancy-related problems. Proper application of these concepts is essential for accurate calculations in physics.

Mar 27, 2013

RichardCash

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A cube, with a volume of 0.78 m3 is submerged in a swimming pool. What is the buoyant force acting on the object if it has a mass of 328 kg?

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Mar 27, 2013

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Hello? What is the weight of the cube? Haven't you studied Archimedes Principle?

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