Pressure
 

Pressure problem 33


Two solid cylindrical objects X and Y are held fully submerged in a liquid, as shown.




The objects have the same volume. The density of the material of Y is twice the density of the material of X. Both objects are stationary. Which statement is correct?


  • The pressure difference due to the liquid between the top and bottom surfaces of X is the same as that for Y.


  • The weight of X is the same as the weight of Y.


  • The force due to the liquid acting on the top surface of X is greater than that acting on the top surface of Y.


  • The upthrust acting on X is the same as the upthrust acting on Y.


 

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