Specific density

Specific density is the ratio of the mass versus the volume of a material.[1][2]

Specific density
Common symbols
ρ
SI unitgrams per cubic centimeter, grams per milliliter
Derivations from
other quantities
Not to be confused with specific gravity or specific weight.

Density vs. gravity

Specific density is based upon units of mass and volume, while specific gravity is dimensionless.[3][4]

References
  1. "Specific Density". Law Insider.
  2. "Specific density". Chamber's Encyclopædia. Vol. 9. 1898. p. 614.
  3. "Density and Specific Gravity". Ricca Chemical.
  4. Helmenstine, Anne Marie (Sep 2, 2019). "What Is the Difference Between Density and Specific Gravity".


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