Question

question 13 of 24. corn on the cob has a density of 721 kg/m³. water has a density of 1000 kg/m³. what would happen if a corn cob was placed in a large pot of water? a. the corn cob would float but be completely submerged in the water. b. the corn cob would float partially submerged in the water. c. the corn cob would float on top of the water with no part of it submerged. d. the corn cob would sink to the bottom.

Explanation:

Step1: Compare densities

Corn cob density (721 kg/m³) < water density (1000 kg/m³).

Step2: Determine buoyancy

Less dense object floats; partial submersion occurs as buoyant force equals weight.

Answer:

B. The corn cob would float partially submerged in the water.