A metal ball is placed in oil, water, and syrup. Which one has the smallest apparent weight
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The apparent weight of an object submerged in a fluid is the actual weight of the object minus the buoyant force acting on it. The buoyant force is determined by the volume of the object and the density of the fluid according to Archimedes' principle. Show more…
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