Areometric

/ˌæriːəˈmɛtrɪk/ adjective

Relating to the measurement of the specific gravity or density of liquids using an instrument called an areometer.

From Greek 'areos' (thin, rare) + 'metron' (measure). The term emerged in the 18th century as scientific instruments for measuring liquid density became important in chemistry and brewing.

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