Density is a physical property that is defined as mass divided by volume. It can be used to compare unknown solids by measuring their densities. Density can be measured using a balance to find mass and a ruler or graduated cylinder to find volume. A suspension is a type of mixture that is distinguished by having distinct layers and particles that can be seen settling. A mixture is a physical combination of substances that can be separated physically, while a compound is a chemical combination that can only be separated chemically and exists in fixed ratios with unique properties.