Density, pressure, archimedes Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is Archimedes principle?
A
The upthrust exerted on an object is equal to the weight of fluid displaced
2
Q
What is the density of a substance?
A
mass per unit volume.
3
Q
What are the units of density?
A
kgm-3
4
Q
What is pressure?
A
Normal force acting per unit area
5
Q
Which quantities does pressure in a liquid depend on?
A
Density of fluid
Depth of fluid
(gravity is a constant)
p=hρg
