Physics
Distinguish between density and relative density.
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| Sl. No. | Density | Relative Density |
|---|---|---|
| (i) | Density of a substance is defined as the mass of a unit volume of that substance. | The relative density of a substance is defined as the ratio of the density of a substance to the density of water. |
| (ii) | Units are kg m-3, g cm-3. | Relative Density has no units. |
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