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How many of these compartments could be filled with water and the titanic still afloat?
Olympic Class Ocean liners can stay afloat with the first 3 or 6 separate compartmentsflooded but only to the top of the bulkhead.
Is it easier to stay afloat in an ocean or a freshwater lake?
In an ocean.
How does the titanic stay afloat although it is heavy?
Because the water pushes the boat up and the weight pushes the boat down so that it stay afloat
How is it impossible for extremely heavy objects like large ships and barges to stay a float?
It is not impossible. Ships do stay afloat. <><><> While they ARE heavy, they weigh less than the water they displace.
Can a cocnut stay afloat?
yes,it can stay afloat as it has a waterproof coverings or fibrous husk to trap air.
How do war ships stay afloat?
They stay afloat the same way any ship stays afloat. The displacement of the vessel has to be less then the amount of water being displaced. The armaments have to be carefully planned to make sure that things don't get too heavy. And the balance and location have to considered as well, to make sure the ship doesn't roll over.
Use afloat in a sentence?
the structure of the boat allowed it to stay afloat no matter what.
What floats ocean liners?
An ocean liner takes advantage of its average density, the density of both the steel frame and all the air filling the empty spaces, to float on the water. The steel's density is greater than the water, but the empty spaces full of trapped air weigh less and help the liner stay afloat. While gravity is pushing the liner down into the water, the Buoyant force, or the pressure from the ocean, is pushing it up at the same time
How do ships stay afloat?
Its magical! :D Teehhee!!
Is it possible to stay afloat in water for long periods of time with clothes on?
Yes, it is possible to stay afloat in water for long periods of time with clothes on. The type of clothing can affect buoyancy, with heavier materials making it more challenging. Additionally, wearing clothing that absorbs water can increase the weight and make it harder to stay afloat.
When is survival sculling used for?
if you're injured,say you can't use your legs? also, it is handy for if you're dragging someone unconsious, or if you are on the ocean and simply want to stay afloat
How many compartments on the Titanic were flooded?
The Titanic can stay afloat if four of the watertight compartments were flooded. Unfortunately, five of those compartments were flooded, and the ocean water was spilling over each compartment, accelerating her sinking.
