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Archimedes resolved the problem of determining the purity of a crown by using the principle of buoyancy, specifically through water displacement. He submerged the crown in water to measure the volume displaced, which allowed him to calculate its density and ascertain whether it was made of pure gold. This method is foundational in fluid mechanics and demonstrates the practical application of Archimedes' principle in real-world scenarios.

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How Did Archimedes Resolve the problem of the Crown ?
 
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oh, I saw a documentary on that. I think he dipped the crown in water, and found out depending on the water level, the density of the gold? This is related to your other post isn't it, the oil water question? What is it with all these fluid problems?
 
mathPimpDaddy said:
oh, I saw a documentary on that. I think he dipped the crown in water, and found out depending on the water level, the density of the gold? This is related to your other post isn't it, the oil water question? What is it with all these fluid problems?

Thanks for your help! :smile:
I "googled the topic and found what i was looking for!

No it's not related to the other problem, but it is in the same
chapter.

I couldn't resolve the oil/water problem i really needed it so i could have
40 points in my class which could help me get a C or B..
But what can i do!
 

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