material density

[məˈtɪriəl ˈdɛnsɪti]
nounpl: material densities
densidade do material
1. The mass per unit volume of a substance or material, typically expressed in kg/m³ or g/cm³
The material density of aluminum is approximately 2,700 kg/m³.
A densidade do material do alumínio é aproximadamente 2.700 kg/m³.
2. A physical property that determines how tightly packed atoms or molecules are within a material
High material density indicates that the atoms are closely packed together.
Uma densidade de material elevada indica que os átomos estão muito próximos uns dos outros.
3. In engineering and construction, the measure of mass concentration that affects material properties and performance
The material density affects the structural strength and weight of the component.
A densidade do material afeta a resistência estrutural e o peso do componente.
Material density is a fundamental concept in engineering, physics, and materials science, used universally in both Brazilian and American technical education and industry. The term is essential for determining material suitability in construction, aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing applications in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mass densitybulk densityspecific gravityvolumetric density
Antonyms / Antônimos
buoyancylightnessporosity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
densidade do material
Standard term used in scientific and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
densidade do material
Same as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
densidade do material
Common in industrial and engineering sectors
Portugal
densidade do material
Used identically in Portuguese technical and scientific literature

Related Words

densityspecific gravitymassvolumeproperties of materialsmaterial science

Related Idioms & Phrases

heavy material
light as a feather (opposite concept)
solid as a rock (implying high density)
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