Definition:Density (Physics)/Units

Definition

 * The SI units of density are $\mathrm {kg} \, \mathrm m^{-3}$ (kilograms per cubic metre).


 * The CGS units of density are $\mathrm g \, \mathrm{cm}^{-3}$ or, less formally: $\mathrm g / \mathrm {cc}$ (grams per cubic centimetre).


 * The FPS units of density are $\mathrm {lb} \, \mathrm {ft}^{-3}$ (pounds per cubic foot).