* Buoyant Force: This is the upward force exerted by a fluid (liquid or gas) on an object submerged in it. It's directly related to the volume of fluid displaced by the object.
* Weight: This is the downward force of gravity acting on an object.
When the buoyant force is greater:
* Net Upward Force: The buoyant force upwards is stronger than the weight downwards, resulting in a net upward force.
* Acceleration: This net upward force causes the object to accelerate upwards.
* Equilibrium: Eventually, the object will rise until the buoyant force equals its weight, reaching a state of equilibrium where it floats.
Example:
Imagine a boat. The boat displaces water, creating a buoyant force. If the buoyant force is greater than the boat's weight, the boat floats. If the boat were to take on too much cargo, its weight might increase beyond the buoyant force, and it would sink.
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