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Explain why a hole in a ship near the bottom is more dangerous than one nearer the surface
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Explain why a hole in a ship near the bottom is more dangerous than one nearer the surface
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Pressure in liquids increases with depth; hence water will enter the ship at a higher rate making it to sink.
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