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Created: 2019-09-04T12:02:37

Last modified: 2022-02-07T15:23:56

non-Newtonian fluids  

DEFINITION

  • A non-Newtonian fluid is a fluid that does not follow Newton's law of viscosity, i.e., constant viscosity independent of stress. In non-Newtonian fluids, viscosity can change when under force to either more liquid or more solid. (en)

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