Definitions from the Web
- Capillarity
- noun
- The phenomenon of fluid rising or being drawn into a narrow space or tube due to the combination of surface tension, adhesive, and cohesive forces.
- Examples in Nature:
- 1. Plant Roots: Capillarity allows water to travel through the microscopic capillaries present in plant roots, aiding in the transportation of nutrients.
- 2. Water Movement in Soils: Capillary action enables water to move upward in soils, ensuring it reaches plant roots for absorption.
- 3. Blood Capillaries: Capillaries in the human body facilitate the exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products between the bloodstream and surrounding tissues.
- 4. Paper Towels: Capillary action aids in the absorption of liquid by paper towels, making them efficient at wiping up spills.
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