Question

Write any three applications of floatation.

Answer 1

Floatation is defined as the phenomenon which relates to the relative buoyancy of an object. This works on the principle if an object is floating on the surface of liquid then it means the weight of displaced liquid is equal to the weight of object. Floatation can be used in following ways :

1. Principle of floatation is used in making ships, submarines and boats .
2. It is used in making hot air balloons and air ships .
3. Ice bergs floats on the surface of water due to floatation phenomenon.