Particle Model
Density
To calculate density from mass and volume and explain why different materials have different densities.

What you will learn

What density means

How mass and volume determine density

How to calculate density using an equation

How to convert density units

How density helps identify materials
Explanation
Density is mass per unit volume and can be calculated using ρ = m/V. Use compatible units: kg/m³ or g/cm³; 1 g/cm³ equals 1000 kg/m³. Different particle masses and spacings affect density; the same mass can occupy different volumes. Example: Convert density 2.7 g/cm³ to kg/m³. 1 g/cm³ = 1000 kg/m³, so 2.7 g/cm³ = 2700 kg/m³. Use the stated equation and consistent units to obtain a numerical result, then check whether its size and direction fit the physical situation. Give a reason. Use evidence.
