volume_mute

An object will sink down to the bottom of a fluid container if which of the following density conditions is satisfied?

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volume_mute

Correct Answer

The average density of the object is greater than the density of the fluid.

Explanation

If an object has a higher average density than the fluid, its total weight will exceed the maximum possible buoyant force it can experience when fully submerged, resulting in a net downward force that causes it to sink.

Reference

Basic Physics: A Self-Teaching Guide


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