Deriving Relativistic Density Formula Using Mass and Volume

[t.mil]

Homework Statement

Prove that, in general, Dm = Ds / (1 - (v^2/c^2), where Dm is the relativistic density and Ds is the proper density

Homework Equations

Dm = Ds / (1 - (v^2/c^2)

The Attempt at a Solution

I really have no idea...

 

[Mute]

Well, I would probably start with the definition of density: \rho = m/V, where rho is the density, m is the mass, and V is the volume.

So, to solve the problem, use the rules for how the mass and volume change when going to a relativistic frame.

That should get you started.

 

[konthelion]

We know that density = \frac{mass}{volume} *Edit sorry: I meant volume not velocity
Use the relativistic mass formula i.e. mass*\frac{1}{\sqrt{(1-(v/c)^2)}} and likewise relativistic volume.