Physics · Fluid Mechanics
An iron needle sinks in water while a massive ship made of iron floats on it. This is because:
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- 1The surface area of the needle is larger than that of the ship
- 2The ship does not displace any water
- 3The weight of the water displaced by the needle is less than its own weight✓
- 4The density of the needle is greater than the density of the ship
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The weight of the water displaced by the needle is less than its own weight
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