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MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Flashcards: 4b Buoyancy Archimedes

Study 4b Buoyancy Archimedes in MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the equilibrium force balance for a floating object (neglecting surface tension)?

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ANSWER

FB=WF_B=W. At equilibrium, the buoyant force upward equals the object's weight downward for a floating object.

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A student calibrates a hydrometer-like device by placing it into two different aqueous solutions at the same temperature: Solution 1 has density 1.00 g/mL1.00\ \text{g/mL} and Solution 2 has density 1.10 g/mL1.10\ \text{g/mL}. The device has fixed mass and floats in both solutions. Based on Archimedes' Principle, which outcome is expected?
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