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Interfacial Tension

Definition: Interfacial tension refers to the force that exists between the interface of two immiscible liquids or between a liquid and a solid that resists their separation.

Senses:

1. Physics: The force per unit length acting perpendicular to an interface between two liquids or between a liquid and a solid
2. Chemistry: A property that determines the behavior of liquids at the interface with other substances
3. Engineering: A crucial parameter in various processes involving interfaces, such as emulsion formation, foam production, and droplet coalescence

Sample Sentences:

• The interfacial tension between oil and water influences the stability of emulsions.
• The measurement of interfacial tension is essential in determining the wettability of solid surfaces.
• Researchers are investigating methods to reduce interfacial tension in order to improve oil recovery processes.

Related Products:

• Interfacial Tension Meters
• Emulsion Stability
• Surface Wettability