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It is generally easier for a boat to move through salt water than fresh water due to the higher density and buoyancy of salt water. The increased buoyancy helps support the weight of the boat, reducing the amount of energy required to move through the water. Additionally, the viscosity of salt water is slightly lower, which can also contribute to easier movement. However, factors like water currents, wind, and the type of boat can also influence performance.
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Why do boats float better in salt water rather than fresh water?
flotation is due to the fact the boat is less dense than the water, salty water is more dense than normal water. Consequently things can be heavier or more dense and still be less dense than water aka they float.
Does sound travel faster in fresh water or salt water?
it depends on the circumstances. boat type, wind..... In a controlled environment where water temp,current, and wind are equal you will be faster in fresh water. this is because fresh water is less dense thus creating less resistance. on the other hand you float higher in saltwater which can also create less drag. However mathematically because of the resistance of saltwater you can calculate that you will be able to go faster in fresh water despite floating higher in saltwater. Its not much faster. I haven't calculated it but if I had to guess maybe 1-2% faster. A more dramatic example would be easier to understand. lets compare freshwater vs mud or somewhat diluted mud 50 50. its a lot easier to figure out which you will go faster in. My boat will practically sit on top of the mud. less drag right? This is what most people think saltwater does for them. How fast are you going to go in mud? Not hard to figure that out. there is too much resistance, you probably wont go anywhere. Apply this same logic to saltwater vs fresh and you can see that the more dense a solution is the more resistance it will have.
Which body of water allows people to pass through from one side to the other?
Almost all bodies of water allow people to pass through from one side to the other. You can cross a river, sea, or canal via boat.
What relation do you find between the weight of the floating body and the waight of water that is displaced?
They are equal.When a boat is floating on water it displaces water equal to its weight(Archimedes Principle). As the density of water is less than boat so water displaced is greater than volume of boat. When the boat sinks water displaced is equal to volume of boat. So less water is displaced in 2nd case and consequently water level goes down.Note - relation between volume(v) mass(m) and density(d) : d = m/v
Why does a boat wash off shore?
because the tide rise and particles of sand are washing away making the boat eventually move back into the water
Will a boat sink more in fresh water or salt water?
The boat will sink lower in fresh water. Try floating in the ocean versus your pool. You will see it is easier to stay afloat in salt water.
Which simple machine helps a boat slice through water?
A simple machine that helps a boat slice through water is the hull of the boat. The shape of the hull reduces drag by allowing water to flow smoothly around it, making it easier for the boat to move forward with less resistance.
Can you use a salt water boat in fresh water?
Yes, you can use a salt water boat in fresh water. However, it is important to rinse off the boat and its components thoroughly after each use in salt water to prevent corrosion and damage from the salt.
Why do boats have pointed front ends?
Boats have pointed front ends which make it easier for the boat to glide through the water.
At what conditions will lightning strike fresh water or a boat in fresh water rather than a tree on the shoreline?
== == water with out salt water with out salt
Why do boat sink deeper in salt water than fresh water?
Boats sink deeper in salt water than in fresh water because salt water is denser than fresh water. This greater density exerts more buoyant force on the boat, causing it to sink deeper. Additionally, the salt in the water can also affect the buoyancy of certain materials used in the boat.
Would traviling through the rain forest be easier by boat or by car?
Durring the rain season,it would be easier to travel by boat. During the normal season it is easier to travel by car through the Amazonian Highway.
Why do boats float better in salt water rather than fresh water?
flotation is due to the fact the boat is less dense than the water, salty water is more dense than normal water. Consequently things can be heavier or more dense and still be less dense than water aka they float.
How do boats with wings navigate through the air and water seamlessly?
Boats with wings, also known as hydrofoils, use wings or foils underneath the water to lift the boat out of the water as it gains speed. This reduces drag and allows the boat to move faster and more efficiently. The wings also help stabilize the boat, making it easier to navigate through both air and water seamlessly.
Why were large medieval cities located along rivers?
It had to do with farming and transportation. It was easier to irrigate crops when close to a fresh water source. Also, it made for quicker easier transportation for traders and merchants when they could get in a boat and go from town to town.
Why were large medieval cities located-along rivers?
It had to do with farming and transportation. It was easier to irrigate crops when close to a fresh water source. Also, it made for quicker easier transportation for traders and merchants when they could get in a boat and go from town to town.
What is the term for the disturbed water left behind as a boat moves through water?
It is known as the wake of the boat.
