Specific Gravity of Solids

Specific gravity of solids is a ratio that compares the density of a material to the density of water. It indicates how much heavier or lighter the solid is relative to an equivalent volume of water. For example, if a solid has a specific gravity of 2, it is twice as dense as water; if it's 0.5, it’s half as dense. This measurement helps identify materials and assess properties like buoyancy, mineral content, or purity, without needing to know their actual weight or volume. It provides a quick, convenient way to understand the relative density of solids.