4. A water bug is suspended on the surface of a pond by surface tension (water does not wet the legs). The bug has six legs, and each leg is in contact with the water over a length of 6 mm. What is the maximum mass (in grams) of the bug if it is to avoid sinking?

4. A water bug is suspended on the surface of a pond by surface tension (water does not wet the legs). The bug has six legs, and each leg is in contact with the water over a length of 6 mm. What is the maximum mass (in grams) of the bug if it is to avoid sinking?

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leg is in contact with the water over a length of 6 mm. What is the
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