How to Calculate Density?

The density of an object can be calculated using the equation:

Density = Mass/Volume

or

ρ = m/v

Density Examples

• Many types of rock and minerals such as iron, platinum are examples of dense material.
• Materials that are dense are most likely to ‘feel’ heavy or ‘hard’.
• The opposite of dense is sparse and a few examples of spare materials are glass, bamboo, aluminum and foam.
• Liquids are less dense than solids and gases are less dense than liquids.
• This is because solids have densely packed particles, liquids are materials where particles can slide around one another, and gases have neutral particles everywhere.

Density represents the mass of a substance per unit volume. Methods to find density are an important component of physics and chemistry. It plays an important role in scientific research, technical design, material characterization, and quality control methods. The ability to accurately identify density is essential for understanding physical properties, identifying objects, and making informed decisions in a variety of industries. In this article, we will explore various methods of measuring density, and the principles, methods, and application of density.