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A body of density ρ is immersed in a liquid of density ρL. State condition when the body will (i) float, (ii) sink, in liquid.
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(i) When a body is immersed in a liquid such that density of the body is lower than or equal to the density of the liquid then it will float, (i.e.,when ρ ≤ ρL)
(ii) When a body is immersed in a liquid such that density of the body is greater than the density of the liquid then it will sink, (i.e., when ρ > ρL)
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