Determine the maximum length of a cylindrical walnut

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It is known that a long log floats with its axis horizontal. A very short log, however, floats with its axis vertical. Determine the maximum length of a cylindrical walnut log 30 cm in diameter that will cause it to float with its axis vertical.

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