Why is Density Necessary in the Viscosity Comparison Method?

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The discussion centers on the necessity of density in the viscosity comparison method using the Ubelohde viscometer. The equation derived indicates that viscosity is proportional to the product of density and time, emphasizing that density is essential for accurate viscosity measurement. The comparison method relies on the dimensional consistency of the equation, where density and time factors balance each other out, confirming that neglecting density would lead to inaccurate results. Thus, density is integral to maintaining the validity of viscosity calculations in this context.

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Hi,I don know if my question will be clear,but I will try it.So,I m wondering how was derive this equation:
viscosity=viscosity(known liquid)*density(known from table)*time(liquid will get over one point of Ubelohde viscometer to second point of viscometer(unknown liquid)/density(known liquid)*time(liquid will get over one point of Ubelohde viscometer to second point of viscometer(unknown liquid).
So once again in short form:viscosity*density*time/density*time.
So,I know it is a comparison method,that means density*time/density* time is undimensional and that means,that viscosity=density*time in this case.
And now my question:Why density in this equation?Why not only weight?Or why not to neglect density and count only time?Why is density necessary here?
Thanks for patient and widespread answer.
 
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In this viscometer design, apparently the viscosity times density times time for flow is a constant.
 

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