Density

Objective: To examine the weight of a material in a given volume and how they compare for common materials.

Density is the weight of a given volume of something (such as a cubic foot) divided by that volume. In the United States, the units are frequently in pounds per cubic foot. To find the density of the object below, first use the mouse to pick it up and place it in the water container on the scale. Read the volume of the immersed objet on the output. If the object floats, use the hand to just push it under the water. Density is the weight divided by the volume.

The following calculator gives an easy means to compute the weight density of an object when the weight and volume are known. First, select the units you want to use from the pull down menus. Then enter the values on the left side and the calculator will give the density.

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