low density

A technical term describing a state or condition where the mass, concentration, or number of elements per unit volume or area is relatively small. Often used in physics, chemistry, and urban planning.

• 🇩🇪Technischer Begriff, der einen Zustand oder eine Bedingung beschreibt, bei der Masse, Konzentration oder Anzahl von Elementen pro Volumen- oder Flächeneinheit relativ gering ist. Wird häufig in Physik, Chemie und Stadtplanung verwendet.

1. Low mass per unit volume B2 formal

   Having a small amount of mass relative to its volume; not compact or dense.

   • Cork is a material with low density, making it float on water.
   • Low-density materials are often used for insulation.
   • The low density of the gas allowed it to rise quickly.

   🇩🇪Geringe Dichte

2. Sparse population or distribution B2 formal

   A situation where people, objects, or elements are spread out over a large area with few per unit.

   • The region has a low density of population, with few towns.
   • Low-density housing developments are common in suburban areas.
   • The forest has a low density of trees due to logging.

   🇩🇪Geringe Dichte