A triangular lamina is immersed vertically in water in such a way that its 6 m wide horizontal base is 8 m below the free surface of water and the apex is 4.5 m above the base. Find : (1) Total pressure force and (ii) Position of centre of pressure. Water G4 4.5m Am 6m 8m

A triangular lamina is immersed vertically in water in such a way that its 6 m wide horizontal base is 8 m below the free surface of water and the apex is 4.5 m above the base. Find : (1) Total pressure force and (ii) Position of centre of pressure. Water G4 4.5m Am 6m 8m

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