Salt Water Has Greater Density Than Fresh Water

question 279

Multiple Choice

Salt water has greater density than fresh water. A boat floats in both fresh water and in salt water. Where is the buoyant force greater on the boat?

• A) in salt water
• B) in fresh water
• C) The buoyant force is the same in both cases.

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