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Generally when a person jumps into water in any water body, he is expected to sink. But he tends to float in the Dead Sea. How do you account for this?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Density**: - Density is defined as mass per unit volume. Objects with a density greater than the fluid they are placed in will sink, while those with a lower density will float. 2. **Normal Water vs. Dead Sea Water**: - In most water bodies, the density of the water is about 1 g/cm³. A typical human body has a density that is slightly greater than this, which is why people generally sink when they jump into regular water. ...
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