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Volume by displacement is a method to calculate the volume of an object using its mass and density. This formula is derived from the fundamental relationship between mass, volume, and density.
The calculator uses the displacement formula:
Where:
Explanation: This formula calculates the volume occupied by a substance based on its mass and density, following the principle that density equals mass divided by volume.
Details: Calculating volume from mass and density is essential in physics, engineering, and material sciences for determining the space occupied by materials and for various practical applications like buoyancy calculations and material selection.
Tips: Enter mass in kilograms (kg) and density in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³). Both values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What units should I use for this calculation?
A: For consistent results, use kilograms (kg) for mass and kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³) for density. The resulting volume will be in cubic meters (m³).
Q2: Can I use different units with this calculator?
A: The calculator expects specific units, but you can convert your measurements to the required units before input. For example, convert grams to kilograms (divide by 1000) or g/cm³ to kg/m³ (multiply by 1000).
Q3: What if the density is zero?
A: Density cannot be zero as it would result in division by zero, which is mathematically undefined. Please enter a positive value for density.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: The accuracy depends on the precision of your mass and density measurements. The calculator provides results with four decimal places for better precision.
Q5: Can this formula be used for all materials?
A: This formula works for homogeneous materials with consistent density. For porous or composite materials, additional considerations may be needed.