Key term for OCR GCSE Physics A, used in Newton’s laws.
The upward force exerted by a fluid (liquid or gas) on an object submerged or floating in it.
Upthrust appears in OCR GCSE Physics A revision content for Forces, especially Newton’s laws and Equilibrium.
Forces
Newton’s laws • Equilibrium
Forces
Newton’s laws • Terminal velocity
Matter
Pressure • Pressure in liquids
Matter
Pressure • Floating and sinking
Matter
Pressure • Liquid pressure calculations
Matter
Particle model • Density
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