What is the cause of upthrust experienced by a body placed in a

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In summary, upthrust is the upward force exerted by a fluid on a submerged object. It is caused by a difference in pressure between the top and bottom of the object, with the pressure at the bottom being higher. The shape of an object affects upthrust by changing the amount of fluid displaced. Both the density of the object and the fluid also play a role in upthrust, with higher densities leading to greater forces. The depth of an object does not directly affect upthrust, but can indirectly impact it through changes in pressure.

Feb 19, 2012

anigeo

what is the cause of upthrust experienced by a body placed in a liquid.

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Feb 19, 2012

Drakkith

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I'm assuming you are referring to buoyancy. Everything you need should be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bouyancy

1. What is upthrust?

Upthrust, also known as buoyancy, is the upward force exerted by a fluid on a body that is partially or completely submerged in it.

2. What is the cause of upthrust?

Upthrust is caused by the difference in pressure between the top and bottom of an object submerged in a fluid. The pressure at the bottom is higher, pushing the object upwards.

3. How does the shape of an object affect the upthrust experienced?

The shape of an object affects the upthrust experienced by changing the amount of fluid displaced. Objects with a larger volume will displace more fluid and experience a greater upthrust.

4. Does the density of the object or the fluid affect upthrust?

Yes, both the density of the object and the fluid affect upthrust. Objects with a higher density will experience a greater downward force from gravity, while fluids with a higher density will exert a greater upward force.

5. How does the depth of an object affect the upthrust experienced?

The depth of an object in a fluid does not directly affect the upthrust experienced. However, as the depth increases, the pressure at the bottom of the object will also increase, leading to a greater upthrust.