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An object requires positive buoyancy in order to float, or the the upward force that a fluid exerts on an object less dense than itself. An example would be a person floating in the ocean, the person's body is less dense than the salt water, hence they float.
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What needs to be equal in order for an object to float in water?
For an object to float in water, it must displace the amount water equal to its own weight according to Archimedes.
How do you know if you have positive or neutral buoyancy?
If you float well the buoyancy is positive (your mass is less than the mass of the displaced liquid (water?), if you just manage to float or at least don't sink at any great speed, the buoyancy is neutral (your mass equals the mass of the liquid displaced).
An objects density must be greater than what for the object to float?
An object's density must be less than the density of water,in order for the object to float.
Why must water be displaced in order for a system to float?
A system (object) to float in water must displace enough water that equals (or exceeds) the mass of the system/object.
How much water must a ship displace in order to float?
An amount that weighs as much as the ship does.
How much water should you use to make an object float?
That depends what object you want to float.
What needs to be equal in order for an object to float in water?
For an object to float in water, it must displace the amount water equal to its own weight according to Archimedes.
Can there be a negative float?
A float variable can store both positive and negative numbers.
Do protons float areound in solution as tiny positive charge?
no.
What is a sentence using interact?
Example sentence - Amanda needs to learn social skills in order to interact with others in a positive manner.
What is the specific gravity of a product that can float?
It needs to be less than the medium in which you float it. Numbers can only be assigned if you specify the conditions and substances.
Why does your carburetor overflow?
the float is stuck open or needs adjusted down.
Why is it important for a race car or a boat to be lightweight?
because it needs to float
How salty does the egg have to be for the egg to float?
The sea has to have at least 4 tablespoons of salt in order for an egg to float.
If your spouse needs encouragement Would you give them Negative Entergy or Positive?
positive
What will the density of any object be if they want that object you to float?
An object will float in water if its density is lower than water which means that for an object to float, its density needs to be less than ~1 gram/centimeter^3,
What is a good sentence uning the word float?
Our class created a float for the homecoming parade.He watched a single feather float through the air.The beach ball will float if you throw it into the pool.Did you order a hot fudge sundae or a root beer float?
