The bucket feels heavier out of the water because it is no longer supported by the buoyant force, and you feel its full weight.
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The bucket feels heavier out of the water because it is no longer supported by the buoyant force, and you feel its full weight.
A bucket of water feels heavier when out of the water because, when submerged, buoyant forces partially counteract its weight. Once lifted out, this buoyant support is lost, so you feel the full weight of the bucket and its contents.