Density
 

Density problem 31


A solid block has sides of length , and . The block is submerged in water of uniform density so that the faces with the largest area are horizontal, as shown.




The block is now rotated to a new position so that the faces with the smallest area are horizontal. The block remains fully submerged in the water. What is the upthrust acting on the block in its new position?










 

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