Density of solids & liquids
Required: measure m and V, then ρ = m/V (incl. displacement).
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Density of solids & liquids
Measure mass m and displaced volume V = V₂ − V₁, then compute density ρ = m/V.
Density: measure mass m and displaced volume V = V₂ − V₁, then ρ = m/V.
Key formulas
\rho=\frac{m}{V}V=V_2-V_1
How to use
- Set mass m, initial water level V₁, and object volume.
- Watch the cylinder level rise to V₂.
- Check ρ = m/V in the readouts.
Applications
- Density of solids & liquids: Density: measure mass m and displaced volume V = V₂ − V₁, then ρ = m/V.
- Classroom focus: displacement).
FAQ
Why use displacement?
Irregular solids are hard to measure by geometry; displacement turns volume into a level difference.
What does MVP mean on this page?
An interactive sketch with formulas and parameters. Polished Ready labs are the full bench experience.
What does the “Density of solids & liquids” lab practice?
Tune parameters and match readouts to the “Density of solids & liquids” relations — useful for prep and demos.
Why estimate beyond the smallest division?
It adds a significant figure and reminds you every reading has uncertainty.