Specific Gravity

Synonyms of specific gravity

• relative density
• density ratio
• density index

Antonyms of specific gravity

• general density
• average density
• overall density

Collocations of specific gravity

high specific gravity

Frequency: 70 %

The mineral had a high specific gravity, indicating its density.

low specific gravity

Frequency: 65 %

The foam had a low specific gravity, making it float easily on water.

specific gravity of liquids

Frequency: 60 %

Chemists studied the specific gravity of various liquids to understand their properties.

specific gravity of solids

Frequency: 55 %

The geologist analyzed the specific gravity of different solids to identify mineral compositions.

measuring specific gravity

Frequency: 50 %

Scientists were measuring specific gravity to determine the purity of the substance.

Idiomatic Expressions for specific gravity

• Phrase: to measure specific gravity
  Meaning: to determine the density of a substance in relation to the density of water
  Usage: The scientist used a hydrometer to measure the specific gravity of the liquid.