Question
Fluid Mechanics Question on Buoyancy and Floatation
Centre of buoyancy always
A
Coincides with the centre of gravity.
B
Coincides with the centroid of the volume of fluid displaced.
C
Remains above the centre of gravity.
D
Remains below the centre of gravity.
Answer
Coincides with the centroid of the volume of fluid displaced.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(B): Coincides with the centroid of the volume of fluid displaced.