Coin's motion under water Need Explanation

In summary, the conversation discusses a time-pass game called "Coin in a Bucket" where a coin is placed in a small cup in the middle of a bucket of water. The problem is that when the coin is placed from the top, it rotates and gets displaced from its original position. The conversation seeks to understand the cause of this rotation and random movement of the coin under water.
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There is time-pass game, "Coin in a Bucket".
In this game, we take a bucket full of water, and in the middle there is a small cup.
We are asked to put the coin in the small cup from above the bucket.

Now the point is, that whenever we place the coin from top of the bucket, it tumbles, rotates and gets displaced from the actual position.
I actually need to know what is responsible for this rotation and random movement of coin under water.?
 
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Edit: My initial post was probably too helpful.

Why do you think it tumbles?
 

1. How does the density of water affect the motion of a coin?

The density of water plays a critical role in the motion of a coin under water. Due to the coin's density being higher than that of the water, it will sink to the bottom and experience buoyancy forces. This results in the coin having a slower downward acceleration and a different trajectory compared to its motion in air.

2. What factors influence the speed of a coin's descent under water?

The speed of a coin's descent under water is influenced by several factors, including its shape, size, and weight. Additionally, the depth and velocity of the water, as well as the presence of any obstacles, can also affect the coin's speed.

3. How does water resistance impact the movement of a coin under water?

Water resistance, also known as drag force, is a significant factor in the motion of a coin under water. As the coin moves through the water, it experiences resistance in the opposite direction of its motion, which can slow it down and alter its trajectory.

4. What is the relationship between a coin's buoyancy and its weight under water?

A coin's weight under water is equal to its weight in air minus the buoyant force acting on it. The buoyant force is dependent on the coin's volume and the density of the water. If the coin's weight is greater than the buoyant force, it will sink, and if it is less, it will float.

5. How does the motion of a coin under water differ from its motion in air?

The motion of a coin under water differs from its motion in air due to the difference in density of the two mediums. In water, the coin will experience buoyancy forces, water resistance, and a different drag coefficient compared to its motion in air. This results in a slower descent and a more complex trajectory under water.

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