Specific Gravity of Ocean Water (& Formula, Definition, Infographic) 2022

Definition

The specific gravity of ocean water is the ratio of the density of ocean water to that of a reference substance (Usually water).

This information can be used to tell whether ocean water will float (or sink) if dropped in water (Buoyancy).

Formula

SG = ρocean water / ρwater

Note: Both densities need to be in the same unit as they will cancel each other and produce SG.

Specific Gravity vs Density vs Specific Weight

There are important differences between density, specific weight and specific gravity. Follow these links to learn about the differences between them.

I will provide you the ocean water specific gravity in a dimensionless unit (Unitless) in this page. You may check how it converts to kg/m³ (SI unit), g/cm³, g/ml, kg/l, lb/ft³ by following the link below:

Specific Gravity of Ocean Water (Relative to Water)

Salinity changes from ocean to ocean. Examples:

SG = 1.022 – 1.025
(Tropical Indo-Pacific)

SG = 1.023 – 1.026
(The Caribbean)

SG = 1.028 – 1.035
(The Red Sea)

Source: Aquanet

Specific gravity values are not very useful. Why not check the density of ocean water (all units)?

My Specific Gravity Infographic

Put the ocean water specific gravity in perspective!

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