Flotation

usgb/fləʊˈteɪʃn/
noun

The action of floating in water or another liquid or gas.

We were learning about the flotation of different objects in physics class.
Visual representation of "flotation" - The action of floating in water or another liquid or gas.

Often appears as...

  • flotation in water
  • flotation of objects
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Visual representation of "flotation"
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Physical Principle

Understand that 'flotation' here involves physics principles that explain why objects float or sink.

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Wooden rafts rely on the principle of flotation to stay afloat.
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Literal Floating

'Flotation' is a literal term in this context, referring to actual floating in a liquid or gas.

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Life jackets are crucial for flotation in deep waters.
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