`gamma = "W" / "V" `

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The Total Soil Unit Weight calculator computes the weight density of soil.

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:

• (W) Weight of Soil Sample
• (V) Volume of Soil Sample

Weight Density of Soil: The calculator returns resultant total unit weight, `gamma` is reported in Newtons per cubic meter.

Notes

The diagram shows the relationships between the component weights and volumes. 

The total weight, W, is the sum of the weight of water,`W_W`, and the weight of solids, `W_S`. 

The total volume, V, is the volume of air, `W_A`, the volume of water, `W_W`, and the volume of solids, `W_S`.