CEFR C2

absolute viscosity

noun

Meaning

A measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow, defined as the ratio of shear stress to shear rate.

Examples

The absolute viscosity of the hydraulic fluid must be monitored to ensure the system operates efficiently under high pressure.
Engineers calculated the absolute viscosity of the lubricant to prevent excessive friction in the turbine bearings.

Synonyms: dynamic viscosity

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absolute viscosity (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæbsəluːt vɪˈskɒsɪti/

Definition

A measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow, defined as the ratio of shear stress to shear rate.

Examples

The absolute viscosity of the hydraulic fluid must be monitored to ensure the system operates efficiently under high pressure.
Engineers calculated the absolute viscosity of the lubricant to prevent excessive friction in the turbine bearings.
Temperature changes significantly affect the absolute viscosity of most industrial oils.

How to Use absolute viscosity

absolute viscosity of [fluid] (prepositional phrase): specifying the substance being measured — "The absolute viscosity of the crude oil decreased as the temperature rose."

Synonyms of absolute viscosity

Words with a similar meaning to absolute viscosity:

dynamic viscosity

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