Calculating Weight of Shark Liver for Flotation

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Start date Nov 26, 2007
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Shark livers, rich in squalene, play a crucial role in buoyancy due to their low density of 860 kg/m^3. For a 2000 kg shark, the liver's weight must be calculated to ensure effective flotation. Participants in the discussion emphasize the importance of Archimedes' Principle, noting that the total buoyant force must equal the shark's weight. Various equations were considered, but clarity on the calculation process remains elusive. Understanding the liver's contribution to buoyancy is essential for studying shark physiology and behavior.

Nov 26, 2007

clipperdude21

1. Some sharks have a surprising float:their livers. The shark liver contains a lot of squalene with a density of 860 kg/m^3. Estimate the weight of the liver of a 2000kg shark so it is effective as a float

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3. No clue! I spent like 20 minutes trying to use different equations.

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Nov 28, 2007

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Total buoyant force upward must be equal to weight of shark...remember Archimedes' Principle?

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