NEET 2026
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A small solid sphere of density d is dropped into a tall cylinder...
A small solid sphere of density is dropped into a tall cylinder containing a viscous liquid of density . After some time, the sphere reaches a constant terminal velocity. If the true weight of the sphere is , what is the magnitude of the viscous drag force acting on it at this stage?
Options
- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
B.
Step-by-step solution
Let the volume of the sphere be .
The true weight of the sphere is given by .
The buoyant force acting on the sphere is .
When the sphere reaches a constant terminal velocity, the net force acting on it is zero. The downward weight is balanced by the upward buoyant force and the viscous drag force .
Answer:
The true weight of the sphere is given by .
The buoyant force acting on the sphere is .
When the sphere reaches a constant terminal velocity, the net force acting on it is zero. The downward weight is balanced by the upward buoyant force and the viscous drag force .
Answer: