The Science of boats Flashcards

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What are the three main types that makes boats and ships function?

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1.The force of buoyancy that allows boats to float
2.The propulsion that allows boats to move
3.Streamlining, which helps boats to move easily through the water.

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What is the meaning of buoyancy?

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Buoyancy: an upward force exerted by water that opposes the weight of a partially or fully immersed object. A force exerted by water on the object to float

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