density; thickness
Meanings
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degree of density; thickness; closeness (of objects in space)
Describes how closely packed things are, such as population, buildings, or trees.
The population density of this city is very high.
The planting density of fruit trees should not be too high.
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The density of the forest affects the habitat for animals.
For ventilation and sunlight, he adjusted the planting density of the crops.
noun
density (physics); mass per unit volume
technicalA fundamental concept in physics and chemistry. Commonly measured in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) or kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³).
The density of iron is much greater than that of water.
The density of water is greatest at 4 degrees Celsius.
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Scientists identify types of minerals by measuring their density.
The density of this gas is very low.
To calculate an object's density, you need to know its mass and volume.