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Old 11-24-2009, 10:43 PM   #11
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Challenge for all the physics/math whizzes who worked out the curvature of the earth problem, a while ago:
Let's assume the existence of a humongous helicopter to pick the carrier up and fly it to Winni.
How much would the surface of the lake rise when the ship was gently plopped down in a deep part of the lake?

Fully Loaded at 78145 tons the water would rise just under 1 inch.
0.93 inches

It's a big ship and an even bigger lake.
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