Exam Question
Write briefly on:
(a) Effect of density on draught and displacement (6)
(b) Effect of bilging ship compartment (10)
(Considering midship, end, side or intermediate compartment)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SC&S
📅 Nov 2022
Reference Answer
### (a) Effect of Density on Draught and Displacement (6 Marks)
#### 1. Fundamental Principle
The relationship between a ship's displacement, draught, and the density of water is governed by Archimedes' Principle. The principle states that a floating body displaces a weight of fluid equal to its own weight.
The mass of the ship itself, known as its **Displacement (W)**, is a constant value and does not change regardless of the water it is floating in.
#### 1. Fundamental Principle
The relationship between a ship's displacement, draught, and the density of water is governed by Archimedes' Principle. The principle states that a floating body displaces a weight of fluid equal to its own weight.
The mass of the ship itself, known as its **Displacement (W)**, is a constant value and does not change regardless of the water it is floating in.
Full answer on MeoMock — surveyor-grade reference answers for 7,000+ written exam questions.
Prepare on Android — MeoMock on Google Play