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Classical Mechanics

Buoyancy

The net upward fluid force exerted on an object immersed in a fluid due to pressure difference between top and bottom.

Governing formula Fb = ρ_fluid V_submerged g
SI unit N

In depth

Fluid pressure increases with depth. Higher pressure at the bottom exerts a net upward force equal to the weight of displaced fluid.

Examples in the real world

A massive steel cargo ship floating because its hollow hull displaces a volume of water weighing more than the ship.