A solid is formed by adjoining two hemispheres to the ends of a right circular cylinder. The total volume of the solid is 16 cubic centimeters. Find the radius of the cylinder that produces the minimum surface area.

A solid is formed by adjoining two hemispheres to the ends of a right circular cylinder. The total volume of the solid is 16 cubic centimeters. Find the radius of the cylinder that produces the minimum surface area.

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A solid is formed by adjoining two hemispheres to the ends of a right circular cylinder. The total volume of the solid is 16 cubic centimeters. Find the radius of the cylinder that produces the minimum surface area.

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