Density
is both a scalar and extrinsic property of matter. It can be determined by the
mass of an object and how much it takes up space (volume). Or density is
equal to mass over volume. It is represented by the formula D = M/V where
D is the density in kg/m^3 or lb/ft^3, M is the mass in kg or lb and V is the
volume in m^3 or ft^3.
For example, you are given the mass of an object of 40.5kg and a volume of
15m^3. Find its density.
D = M/V
D = (40.5 kg) / (15 m^3)
D = 27/10 or 2.7 kg/m^3
