Boyant force on an immersed body.

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In summary, according to the given figure and equations, the buoyant force on a rigid plastic bead fully submerged in each liquid is directly proportional to the depth and gauge pressure. The highest slope in the plot represents the highest buoyant force, therefore the ranking of the plots in terms of buoyant force is a>b>c.
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The gauge pressure pg versus depth h is plotted in the figure for three liquids. For a rigid plastic bead fully submerged in each liquid, rank the plots according to the magnitude of the buoyant force on the bead, greatest first.

http://file:///C:/Users/user/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image001.jpg figure here: http://www.transtutors.com/questions/the-gauge-pressure-p-g-versus-depth-h-is-plotted-in-fig-14-28-for-three-liquids-for--719045.htm

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Buoyant force= Vgd + pgA------ (1)
p=pg + d.g.h ---- (2) p=pressure d=density of water g=gravity h=hight from surface

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then as h and pg increases buoyant force increase according to equation 1. Then the highest slope represents the highest boyant. a>b>c
Is my answer correct?
 
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Homework Statement


The gauge pressure pg versus depth h is plotted in the figure for three liquids. For a rigid plastic bead fully submerged in each liquid, rank the plots according to the magnitude of the buoyant force on the bead, greatest first.

http://file:///C:/Users/user/AppData/Local/Temp/msohtmlclip1/01/clip_image001.jpg figure here: http://www.transtutors.com/questions/the-gauge-pressure-p-g-versus-depth-h-is-plotted-in-fig-14-28-for-three-liquids-for--719045.htm

Homework Equations


Buoyant force= Vgd + pgA------ (1)
p=pg + d.g.h ---- (2) p=pressure d=density of water g=gravity h=hight from surface

The Attempt at a Solution


then as h and pg increases buoyant force increase according to equation 1. Then the highest slope represents the highest boyant. a>b>c
Is my answer correct?
Yes.
 
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1. What is buoyant force?

Buoyant force is the upward force exerted by a fluid on an object that is partially or fully submerged in it. It is a result of the difference in pressure between the top and bottom of the object.

2. How is buoyant force calculated?

The buoyant force is equal to the weight of the displaced fluid. It can be calculated by multiplying the density of the fluid by the volume of the displaced fluid and the acceleration due to gravity.

3. What factors affect the buoyant force on an immersed body?

The buoyant force on an immersed body is affected by the density of the fluid, the volume of the displaced fluid, and the acceleration due to gravity. It is also affected by the shape and size of the immersed body.

4. Does the density of the immersed body affect the buoyant force?

Yes, the density of the immersed body does affect the buoyant force. If the density of the immersed body is greater than the density of the fluid, it will sink. If the density of the immersed body is less than the density of the fluid, it will float.

5. What is the significance of buoyant force in everyday life?

Buoyant force plays a crucial role in everyday life. It allows objects to float in water, making it possible for boats and ships to travel. It also explains why objects feel lighter when submerged in water. Buoyant force is also utilized in the design of submarines and hot air balloons.

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