The density
Example: The density affects material properties significantly
Definition
The density is a measure of how much mass is contained in a given volume of a substance. It indicates how compact or concentrated matter is within a material, affecting its physical properties and behavior.
Etymology
The word "density" comes from the Latin word 'densitas', which means thickness or compactness. It entered English in the late Middle Ages, evolving to describe how tightly matter is packed in a substance. Did you know? The concept of density has been essential in science and engineering for centuries.
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"The density" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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