When a body is immersed in kerosene, it sinks. What relation could be established between the densities of the body and kerosene?

Density of kerosene > Density of body

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Density of kerosene = Density of body

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Density of kerosene < Density of body

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Density of kerosene < Density of body

A body sinks if its density is greater than that of the fluid in which it is immersed. So, the force of buoyancy exerted by the kerosene is less and is unable to counter-balance the weight of the body.

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