A body is just floating on the surface of a liquid. The density of the body is the same as that of the liquid. The body is slightly pushed down. What will happen to the body?

Options

A. come back slowly to its earlier position
B. remain submerged where it is left
C. sink in liquid
D. come out vigoursly

Answer

C

Explanation

When a body is just floating in a liquid whose density is equal to the density of body is pushed down slighty then downward force on the body increases due to atmospheric pressure and due to water column above the body. As a result of which the body sinks in the liquid.