An expression for buoyant force is FB = ρgV, where FB has dimensions [MLT−2], ρ (density) has dimensions [ML−3], and g (gravitational field strength) has dimensions [LT−2]. The correct interpretation of V is that it represents velocity or volume?

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An expression for buoyant force is F_B = ρgV, where F_B has dimensions [MLT⁻²], ρ (density) has dimensions [ML⁻³], and g (gravitational field strength) has dimensions [LT⁻²].

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