Buoyancy Calculator (Archimedes’ Principle)
Applies Archimedes’ principle to an object in a fluid.
Buoyant force when fully submerged
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Weight —
Net upward force when submerged —
Object density —
Share below the surface when floating — %
Result —
The formula
F = ρ V g
The buoyant force equals the weight of the fluid displaced. A floating object displaces only enough fluid to match its own weight.
What to watch out for
For hollow objects, use the outer volume and the total mass, as that is what displaces water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does displacing 10 L of water lift?
98.07 N, enough to hold up 10 kg.
How much of an iceberg is below the water?
Using 917 kg/m³ for ice and 1,025 for seawater, about 89%.