Liquids - Volumetric Expansion Coefficients

Calculator for volumetric expansion coefficients of liquids. Calculate volume changes in liquids due to temperature variations using expansion coefficient formulas.

Calculator

Inputs

Liquid Type

Initial Volume (cm³)

Temperature Change (°C)

Volumetric Expansion Coefficient (1/°C)

Results

Volume Change-- cm³

Final Volume-- cm³

Volume Percent Change-- %

Liquid	Expansion Coefficient (1/°C)	Temperature Range (°C)	Notes
Water	0.0002	0-20	Anomalous behavior near 4°C
Ethanol	0.001	0-50	Higher expansion than water
Glycerin	0.0005	0-50	Used as reference liquid
Benzene	0.0012	0-50	Flammable, handle with care
Acetone	0.0015	0-40	Highly volatile
Mineral Oil	0.0007	0-100	Temperature dependent
Mercury	0.00018	0-100	Toxic, use in sealed systems