Pronunciation: [dˈɛnsa͡ɪmˌiːtə] (IPA) 
Densimeter is spelled with the letter "s" and not a "c" because it is derived from the Latin word "densitas" meaning "density". In English, when the suffix "-meter" is added to a base word, it implies measurement. The correct pronunciation is /dɛnsɪˈmɛtər/. The "s" is pronounced as /s/ because it is preceded by a vowel sound, while the "i" is pronounced as /ɪ/ and the final syllable "-meter" is pronounced as /ˈmɛtər/.
A densimeter is a scientific instrument used to measure the density of materials. It is typically utilized in various industries such as chemistry, physics, engineering, and metallurgy to determine the compactness or heaviness of a substance. The densimeter employs the principle of Archimedes' buoyancy principle to accurately measure the density.
The device consists of a balance or scale that measures the mass of the sample, a beaker or other container to hold the material, and a densitometer or hydrometer to measure the volume or displacement of the liquid. By analyzing the mass and volume of the substance, the densimeter calculates the density using the formula density = mass/volume.
Densimeters can be either manual or automated, with the latter being more predominant due to their precise measurements and increased efficiency. Modern densimeters often incorporate advanced technology, such as digital displays and software, to provide accurate and instantaneous results. Some densimeters can even determine the density of gases, liquids, and solids simultaneously.
In addition to density determination, densimeters also enable users to assess the purity, concentration, viscosity, and other physical properties of materials. This facilitates quality control, research, and process optimization in various industries. Densimeters are invaluable tools for characterizing and understanding the physical characteristics of substances, aiding in the development of new materials and improving existing ones.
An instrument for measuring the density of a fluid, that is, for ascertaining its specific gravity.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word densimeter is derived from the combination of two Latin words: densus, meaning dense or thick, and metrum, meaning measure or meter. The suffix -er is added to densus to indicate that it is an instrument used for measuring density. Therefore, densimeter can be translated as density meter or instrument for measuring density.
