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The term density has the same meaning when applied to motor oil that it has in any other context. It means weight divided by volume, or in other words, for a given volume of substance, how heavy is it?

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Density of liquids is often compared to that of water. Motor oils, have various densities based upon the additives used in them as well as whether they are synthetic or mineral oils. You will find the densities of different oils will typically fall between 0.72 and 0.87 specific gravity at 60 degrees F compared to water at 60 degrees F. As oils (and water) are heated (or cooled) their densities change accordingly. Some oils are actually heavier than water and will sink, but these are usually special types.

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