Question

The specific weight of glycerin is 78.6 lb/ft3 . Compute its density and specific gravity. What is its specific weight in kN/m3 ?

Answer 1

$\rho=1260~\frac{kg}{m^3},$

$S_g=\frac{\rho}{\rho_0}=1.26,$

$\gamma=\rho g=12.36~\frac{kN}{m^3}.$