A right triangle is submerged vertically with one side at the surface in a liquid of density $\rho$. The triangle has a leg that is 5 m long located at the surface and a leg 5 m long straight down. Find the force exerted on the triangular surface, in terms of the density. Neglect the effect of the atmosphere above the liquid.

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The Answer of A right triangle is submerged vertically with one side at the surface in a liquid of density $\rho$. The triangle has a leg that is 5 m long located at the surface and a leg 5 m long straight down. Find the force exerted on the triangular surface, in terms of the density. Neglect the effect of the atmosphere above the liquid.

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