Question 2007 Deck Safety
70% to passThe center of volume of the immersed portion of the hull is called the _______________.
A
center of gravity
B
center of buoyancy
C
center of flotation
D
tipping center
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) center of buoyancy. The center of buoyancy is the geometric center of the immersed portion of the hull, which corresponds to the center of the displaced volume of water. This is the point where the upward buoyant force acts, and it is a crucial factor in determining the stability of a vessel. The other options are incorrect: A) center of gravity is the point where the weight of the vessel is concentrated, C) center of flotation is the point where the waterline intersects the hull, and D) tipping center is the point about which the vessel would tip or capsize.
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