Consider the following two situations, in which case the level of water (same volume) in the beaker will be higher?

Situation 1: Water in a beaker

Situation 2: Sponge in the water beaker

Situation 1

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Situation 2

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Volume of sponge will be same in both conditions

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Sponge doesn't get wet by water

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Solution

The correct option is B
Situation 2

Sponge is a matter, so it occupies space. When it is dipped in water, it occupies space that was previously occupied by water, so the water level rises.

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