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Calculate Mass From Density

Mass Formula:

\[ m = \rho \times V \]

kg/m³

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1. What is the Mass Formula?

The mass formula (m = ρ × V) calculates the mass of an object from its density and volume. This fundamental physics equation relates these three important physical properties.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the mass formula:

\[ m = \rho \times V \]

Where:

Explanation: The formula shows that mass is directly proportional to both density and volume of a substance.

3. Importance of Mass Calculation

Details: Calculating mass from density and volume is essential in physics, engineering, chemistry, and many practical applications like material science and construction.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter density in kg/m³ and volume in m³. Both values must be positive numbers. The result will be the mass in kilograms.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if my density is in g/cm³?
A: Convert to kg/m³ by multiplying by 1000 (1 g/cm³ = 1000 kg/m³).

Q2: What if my volume is in liters?
A: Convert to m³ by dividing by 1000 (1 liter = 0.001 m³).

Q3: Does this work for all materials?
A: Yes, as long as you have accurate density values for homogeneous materials.

Q4: What about irregularly shaped objects?
A: You would need to measure volume through displacement or other methods first.

Q5: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It's mathematically precise, but accuracy depends on your density and volume measurements.

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