capillarity
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/ˌkæpəl'ærətɪ/
🇬🇧
/ˌkæpɪ'lærɪtɪ/
noun
R
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.
R
The property enabling liquids to form curved surfaces and interact with solid materials.
Scientists study capillarity to improve ink absorption in printing technologies.
translation
The ability of a liquid to flow against gravity in narrow spaces due to intermolecular forces.; The property enabling liquids to form curved surfaces and interact with solid materials.