Surface Tension
Reference data and engineering information about surface tension for fluid mechanics applications.
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Overview
Surface tension is the tendency of liquid surfaces to shrink into the minimum surface area possible. It arises from the cohesive forces between liquid molecules at the interface.
Data Table
11 rows
liquid |
|---|
| Water |
| Water |
| Water |
| Water |
| Mercury |
| Ethanol |
| Glycerin |
| Olive Oil |
| Acetone |
| Benzene |
| Soap Solution |
Source: engineeringtoolbox.com
Notes
- Values are at standard conditions unless otherwise noted
- Always verify values for critical applications