Physics (AS & A Level) · Oct / Nov 2024 · Paper 11 · Question 15

A solid sphere, which is less dense than water, is held completely immersed in water a few metres below the surface. The density of the water is uniform. The sphere is released. Immediately after release, the sphere rises. Which row describes the changes in the magnitudes of the upthrust on the sphere and the resultant force on the sphere as it rises?

1. Aupthrust on the sphere: constant; resultant force on the sphere: decreasing
2. Bupthrust on the sphere: constant; resultant force on the sphere: increasing
3. Cupthrust on the sphere: decreasing; resultant force on the sphere: decreasing
4. Dupthrust on the sphere: decreasing; resultant force on the sphere: increasing

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