capillarity
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/ˌkæpəl'ærətɪ/
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/ˌkæpɪ'lærɪtɪ/
The ability of a liquid to flow against gravity in narrow spaces due to intermolecular forces.
Capillarity causes water to rise in plant roots and paper towels.
毛细现象使水在植物根系和纸巾中上升。
The property enabling liquids to form curved surfaces and interact with solid materials.
Scientists study capillarity to improve ink absorption in printing technologies.
科学家研究毛细现象以改进印刷技术中的油墨吸收。