Give reasons-
1) It is easier to cut an apple with sharp edge of knife
2) A mug appears lighter inside water

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Solution

Dear Student!
The reason given by Hanaan for the 1st query is right.
2) The mug appears lighter when immersed in water because it experiences an upwards buoyant force in water that tends to reduce the effect of gravity.

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