Whales are the giants of the ocean, with blue whales reaching up to 200 tons. Yet they move through the water with surprising grace. If you have ever wondered how such colossal animals manage to float, sink, and swim so smoothly, the answer lies in the fascinating blend of physics and biology that governs their lives. Let us dive into the science of buoyancy and discover how whales master it. ⚖️ The Physics Behind Floating: Archimedes’ Principle At the heart of whale buoyancy is a truth first recognized by the ancient Greek scientist Archimedes. The buoyant force on an object immersed in a fluid is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by that object. In simple terms, anything less dense than the fluid it displaces will float, and anything more dense will sink. Ships rely on this principle, and so do whales, with remarkable biological adaptations that fine-tune their density and buoyancy. 🛡️ Built for Buoyancy: Whale Adaptations Blubber acts as a natural life vest for whales. Thi...