Cartesian divers
Cartesian divers is the plural of Cartesian diver.
Meaning of Cartesian diver
Noun
Cartesian diver (plural Cartesian divers)
- A small, partially airfilled object, such as an eyedropper or glass tube, that is placed in a sealed container of water, which demonstrates the principle of buoyancy (Archimedes' principle) and the ideal gas law.
- Synonyms:
- bottle imp, Cartesian devil
Questions about Cartesian divers
- What is Cartesian divers the plural of?
- Cartesian divers is the plural of Cartesian diver.
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