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For an average human, the actual values of the densities of thefat and lean tissues are ρf = 0.9 g/cm3, andρl = 1.1 g/cm3 respectively (fat tissue=ρf and lean tissue =ρl). Given these values,are there limitations on the body fat percentage of a human thatcan be suspended in a body of water? Explain yourthoughts and calculate the limits if any.

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  • What are the maximum and minimum possible densities of a human?Is it possible for objects with each of these densities to besuspended in (as opposed to floating on top of) water?

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For a human to be suspended in water their density has to beexactly Let the fat tissue percentage be    See Answer
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