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The Dry Mass formula calculates the mass of a substance after complete removal of moisture content. It is derived from the relationship between bulk specific gravity, density, and total volume of the material.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula multiplies the bulk specific gravity by the density of water and the total volume to determine the dry mass of the material.
Details: Accurate dry mass calculation is essential in material science, construction, and geotechnical engineering for determining material properties, quality control, and structural design calculations.
Tips: Enter bulk specific gravity as a unitless value, density in kg/m³, and total volume in m³. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What is bulk specific gravity?
A: Bulk specific gravity is the ratio of the density of a material to the density of water at a specified temperature.
Q2: Why is water density used in the formula?
A: Water density (typically 1000 kg/m³) serves as the reference density for calculating bulk specific gravity and subsequent dry mass calculations.
Q3: What units should be used for accurate results?
A: For consistent results, use kg/m³ for density and m³ for volume. Ensure all units are in the metric system.
Q4: Can this formula be used for all materials?
A: This formula is primarily used for solid materials where bulk specific gravity can be accurately determined. It may not be suitable for materials with significant porosity or unusual density characteristics.
Q5: How does moisture content affect dry mass?
A: Dry mass specifically refers to the mass after complete moisture removal. The formula calculates this theoretical dry mass based on the material's fundamental properties.