Position of Floating Cylindrical Disk in Water

In summary, a cylindrical disk with a volume of 8.99 × 10-3 m3 and a mass of 8.07 kg is floating on the surface of water with its flat surfaces horizontal. The area of each flat surface is 0.633m2. The specific gravity of the disk is 0.898. To determine the distance below the water level of its bottom surface, an equation was used and the result was 1.27 cm. However, there is currently no solution for determining the distance above the water level of its top surface.
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A cylindrical disk has volume 8.99 × 10-3 m3 and mass 8.07 kg. The disk is floating on the surface of some water with its flat surfaces horizontal. The area of each flat surface is 0.633m2. (a) What is the specific gravity of the disk? (b) How far below the water level is its bottom surface? (c) How far above the water level is its top surface?



I solved part a, which is .898, but i have no idea how to get b and c.
Like what equation would i use?
 
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Please describe an attempt or describe what you know about the system, first. Anything. Then we help.
 
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ok i actually just solved part b and got 1.27 cm.
kind of stuck on part c
 

Related to Position of Floating Cylindrical Disk in Water

1. What is a cylindrical disk in water?

A cylindrical disk in water is a solid object that is shaped like a cylinder and is submerged in water. It can be made of various materials such as metal, plastic, or wood.

2. How does a cylindrical disk behave in water?

A cylindrical disk will float or sink in water depending on its density. If the density of the disk is greater than the density of water, it will sink. If the density is less than water, it will float.

3. What factors affect the behavior of a cylindrical disk in water?

The density, shape, and size of the cylindrical disk will affect its behavior in water. Additionally, the density and temperature of the water can also impact how the disk behaves.

4. How can the behavior of a cylindrical disk in water be predicted?

The behavior of a cylindrical disk in water can be predicted using the principle of buoyancy. This principle states that an object will float if the buoyant force acting on it is greater than its weight, and it will sink if the buoyant force is less than its weight.

5. What are some real-life applications of a cylindrical disk in water?

Cylindrical disks in water are commonly used in various water sports such as swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. They are also used in engineering and construction to determine buoyancy and stability of ships and other water vessels. Additionally, they are used in scientific experiments to study the effects of buoyancy and pressure in water.

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