How much volume (in cm3) is gained by a person who gains 11.6 lbs of pure fat?

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Ram Idavalapati · Answer 1 · 2019-10-23T12:53:49+0000

Answer;

5731.67 cm ^3

Explanation;

Human fat has a density of 0.918 g/ cm^3.

Density = mass/volume,

Mass 11.6 lbs

But, 1 lb = 453.592

Thus, mass = 5261.671 grams

V = Mass/Density

= 5261.671/0.918

Vol. = 5731.67 cm ^3