low density

• Termo técnico que descreve um estado ou condição em que a massa, a concentração ou a quantidade de elementos por unidade de volume ou de área é relativamente pequena. É usado frequentemente em física, química e urbanismo.

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.

1. Low mass per unit volumeB2formal

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

   Baixa densidade

   • 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.

2. Sparse population or distributionB2formal

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

   Baixa densidade

   • 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.