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AP Physics 1/Unit 8 – Fluids
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Buoyant Force with Variable Density

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A small object of volume V is completely submerged in a fluid at a depth h. The density of the fluid varies with depth y, measured from the surface, according to the equation ρ(y) = ρ₀(1 + αy), where ρ₀ and α are constants. What is the magnitude of the buoyant force exerted on the object?

A

ρ₀(1 + αh)gV

B

ρ₀gV

C

ρ₀(1 + αh/2)gV

D

ρ₀(1 + α)gV

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