A small solid sphere of mass M0, of radius R0, and of unifor

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The discussion revolves around the effects on water level when replacing a small solid sphere of mass M0 and radius R0 with new spheres of varying densities and radii. The context is fluid mechanics, specifically buoyancy and displacement principles.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the implications of changing the radius and density of the sphere on the water level, considering various scenarios. Some participants provide initial assessments of whether the water level will rise, fall, or remain unchanged based on the density and radius of the new sphere.

Discussion Status

There are multiple interpretations being explored regarding the effects of density and radius on water level. Some participants have provided their reasoning for specific cases, while others have raised questions about the consequences of increased density, indicating a productive exploration of the topic.

Contextual Notes

Participants are working within the constraints of the problem statement, which specifies the conditions under which the new spheres are evaluated. There is an emphasis on understanding the relationship between density, volume, and buoyancy without reaching definitive conclusions.

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Homework Statement


A small solid sphere of mass M0, of radius R0, and of uniform density ρ0 is placed in a large bowl containing water. It floats and the level of the water in the dish is L. Given the information below, determine the possible effects on the water level L, (R-Rises, F-Falls, U-Unchanged), when that sphere is replaced by a new solid sphere of uniform density.
https://s1.lite.msu.edu/res/msu/kashy/physicsLib02/32_Fluids1_Pascal_Arch/sound/waterLevelCpt.mp3
1.The new sphere has density ρ = ρ0 and radius R > R0
2.The new sphere has radius R < R0 and density ρ = ρ0
3.The new sphere has radius R = R0 and density ρ < ρ0
4.The new sphere has density ρ < ρ0 and mass M = M0
5.The new sphere has radius R < R0 and density ρ > ρ0
6.The new sphere has density ρ > ρ0 and mass M = M0

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


1 R
2.F
3. F
4. U
5. R,F,U
6. U
 
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for 3.i think it will rise because the force by water is ρ(of water) x volume x g(acc. due to gravity).if ρ is less than ρ(water)
 
Spartan73 said:

Homework Statement


A small solid sphere of mass M0, of radius R0, and of uniform density ρ0 is placed in a large bowl containing water. It floats and the level of the water in the dish is L. Given the information below, determine the possible effects on the water level L, (R-Rises, F-Falls, U-Unchanged), when that sphere is replaced by a new solid sphere of uniform density.
https://s1.lite.msu.edu/res/msu/kashy/physicsLib02/32_Fluids1_Pascal_Arch/sound/waterLevelCpt.mp3
1.The new sphere has density ρ = ρ0 and radius R > R0
2.The new sphere has radius R < R0 and density ρ = ρ0
3.The new sphere has radius R = R0 and density ρ < ρ0
4.The new sphere has density ρ < ρ0 and mass M = M0
5.The new sphere has radius R < R0 and density ρ > ρ0
6.The new sphere has density ρ > ρ0 and mass M = M0

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


1 R
2.F
3. F
4. U
5. R,F,U
6. U
Please show your work/reasoning behind your answers...
 
Be careful with 6. What are all the possible consequences of increased density?
 

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