Why does a piece of cork float on water?
A
there is no upthrust on it when completely immersed in water
B
the upthrust on it when completely immersed in water is greater than its weight in air
C
the upthrust on it when completely immersed in water is less than its weight in air
D
its specific gravity is greater than that of water
E
its specific gravity is the same as that of water
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
No expanded working has been attached for this question yet. The verified answer is Option B.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #28915)