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book Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall cover

Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall

Edition 5ISBN: 978-0073044811
book Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall cover

Basic Biomechanics 5th Edition by Susan Hall

Edition 5ISBN: 978-0073044811
Exercise 12
For all problems, assume that the specific weight of freshwater equals 9810 N/m 3 and the specific weight of seawater (saltwater) equals 10,070 N/m 3.
A 700 N man has a body volume of 0.08 m 3. If submerged in freshwater, will he float? Given his body volume, how much could he weigh and still float?
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