Solids
Gases
Mercury has the greatest density as a liquid in room temperture.
No, the density of liquids is generally higher than the density of gases. This is because the particles in liquids are closer together and have more intermolecular forces compared to gases. Consequently, liquids have a higher mass per unit volume, resulting in a higher density.
Generally, the density of solids, liquids, and gases decreases as they are heated. When heated, the particles in these substances gain energy and move more, causing the substance to expand, which leads to a decrease in density.
Liquids can be separated by the density difference by centrifugation.
Depth affects liquid pressure, which increases with depth due to the weight of the liquid above. Density influences the buoyancy of an object submerged in the liquid, with denser liquids providing greater buoyant force. Generally, liquids of higher density are more resistant to being displaced or mixed with other liquids.
If you think of density in terms of particles this becomes easier to remember. In which would the particles be closer together? A liquid, so the liquid is denser.
A hydrometer works by measuring the density of a liquid, which is related to its specific gravity. The hydrometer floats in the liquid, and the depth at which it sinks indicates the density of the liquid. By comparing this to the density of water, the specific gravity of the liquid can be determined.
Water has a density of 1 g/cm3 , which means that for every cubic centimeter of water, it will weigh 1 gram (at normal atmospheric pressure and normal earth gravity) To find the density of a liquid, or in fact any substance, divide its weight by its volume.
Low density liquids include substances like gasoline, alcohol, and oil. These liquids have fewer particles packed closely together, resulting in a lower mass per unit volume compared to high density liquids like water or mercury. This means that low density liquids are lighter and less dense, making them float on top of high density liquids.
The density of solid state of matter is higher than the density of liquids and the density of liquids is higher than the density of gases.
The density of solid state of matter is higher than the density of liquids and the density of liquids is higher than the density of gases.