Approximately what percentage of the weight of the human body is water
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average weight of an adult male in the United States is about 197 pounds (89 kg), while the average weight of an adult female is about 170 pounds (77 kg). Show more…
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