Understanding Buoyancy: Why Do We Float in Water?

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Start date Oct 3, 2010
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Buoyancy is the upward force that allows objects to float in fluids, which is influenced by the density of the fluid compared to the object's density. In water, the density is greater than that of air, allowing individuals to float when their body density is less than that of the water. The discussion highlights that while a person may float in water, they do not experience the same effect in air due to the lower density of air compared to water. This difference in density explains why a person can float 2 meters above the bottom of a pool but not above the ground. Understanding these principles of buoyancy clarifies the mechanics of floating in different environments.

Oct 3, 2010

University

I have a very interesting question and is curious to know why:

Why do you float 2 m above the bottom of a pool, when you do not float 2m above the ground in air?

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Oct 3, 2010

nickthrop101

becouse the amount of water is heavier than the air, you are not as heavy as water but heavier then air :)

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