The density (d) of a substance is an intensive property that is defined as the ratio of its mass (m) to its volume (V). density = (mass)/(volume) d = (m)/(V)Considering that mass and volume are both extensive properties, explain why their ratio, density, is intensive.

The density (d) of a substance is an intensive property that is defined as the ratio of its mass (m) to its volume (V). density = (mass)/(volume) d = (m)/(V)Considering that mass and volume are both extensive properties, explain why their ratio, density, is intensive.

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The density (d) of a substance is an intensive property that is defined as the ratio of its mass (m) to its volume (V). density = (mass)/(volume) d = (m)/(V)
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