A heavy object is suspended from a string and lowered into water so that it is completely submerged. The object appears lighter because
A
the density of water is less than that of the object
B
the pressure is low just below the water surface
C
it experiences an upthrust
D
the tension in the string neutralizes part of the weight
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option C.
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