Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Equilibrium of forces

Equilibrium of forces — practice question

An air bubble is moving upward through a tank of water at terminal (constant) velocity. The forces acting on the bubble are $X$, $Y$ and $Z$, as shown. The upthrust on the bubble is $X$. Which statement about the forces is correct?

  • A$Z$ is the viscous force on the bubble, $Y$ is the weight of the bubble and $X = Y + Z$.
  • B$Z$ is the viscous force on the bubble, $Y$ is the weight of the bubble and $X > Y + Z$.
  • C$Z$ is the weight of the bubble, $Y$ is the viscous force on the bubble and $X = Y + Z$.
  • D$Z$ is the weight of the bubble, $Y$ is the viscous force on the bubble and $X > Y + Z$.

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