Why stone sinks but ship doesn't

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Stone sinks due to its density while ship floats due to its shape and displacement.

Stone has a higher density than water, causing it to sink.
Ships are designed to displace water, creating an upward force that keeps them afloat.
The shape of the ship's hull also helps to distribute its weight and create buoyancy.
Ships can also adjust their ballast to control their buoyancy.
Archimedes' principle explains why objects float or sink in water.
The weight of the water displaced by the ship is equal to the weight of the ship, allowing it to float.