Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Density and pressure

Density and pressure — practice question

A sealed cylindrical steel can rests below the surface of water. What is the source of the upthrust acting on the can?

  • AThe air pressure in the can is less than the water pressure outside the can.
  • BThe average density of the air and steel is less than the density of water.
  • CThe water pressure on the bottom of the can is greater than the water pressure on the top.
  • DThe weight of displaced water acts upwards on the can.

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