The buoyant force acting on a floating body is dependent on the _______________?

Correct answer: B. Weight of the liquid displaced

  • A. Viscosity of the liquid
  • B. Weight of the liquid displaced
  • C. Depth of immersion of the body
  • D. Surface tension of the liquid

Explanation

Archimedes’ principle states that buoyant force equals the weight of the liquid displaced by the submerged portion of the body. It is therefore not directly determined by viscosity or surface tension.

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