WONDER #855: How Do Boats Float?

Question 1 of 3

The science behind floating was first studied by an ancient Greek scientist named what?

1. Archimedes
2. Theophilus
3. Nero
4. Franklin

Question 2 of 3

When an object enters water, the downward force that acts upon it is called what?

1. buoyancy
2. gravity
3. erosion
4. bounty

Question 3 of 3

When an object enters water, the upward force that acts upon it is called what?

1. bounty
2. gravity
3. buoyancy
4. erosion

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