Bulk density

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001534",
  "term": "Bulk density",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The mass of a powder or granular material divided by the volume it occupies, including the void spaces between particles. This property is influenced by particle size distribution, shape, and inter-particle forces. It is typically measured by pouring a known mass of powder into a graduated cylinder and recording the volume.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "powder",
    "tablet"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 971. 'Glossary of terms related to pharmaceutics (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 978 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-04-10-14)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/bulk-density/"
}