PROPERTIES OF LIQUIDS

Abstract

Density and viscosity are of paramount importance when analyzing the mechanics of deformation and flow in a system. This article discusses Newtonian and nonNewtonian fluids including pseudoplastic materials, dilatant fluids, Boltzmann fluids and viscoelastics. It condisers temperature and pressure effects, and reviews the operation of several common types of viscometers that are used for collecting rheological data. Liquid density and its measurement are included.