Chapter 14, Problem 34R

To determine

The term that explains the ability of a fluid to exert an upward force on an object.

Answer to Problem 34R

The ability of the fluid to exert the buoyant force is called the buoyancy.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

When an object is submerged in the fluid then the object experiences the effect of the fluid on the object. This effect depends on the weight of the fluid displaced by the object.

The floating object in the fluid experiences a force that acts in the upward direction. This force is called the buoyant force and the ability of the fluid to exert the buoyant force is called the buoyancy.

Conclusion:

Thus, the ability of the fluid to exert the buoyant force is called the buoyancy.