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adhesion

[ad-hee-zhuhn] / ædˈhi ʒən /


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Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other molecules.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Adhesion is observed when water “climbs” up the tube placed in a glass of water: notice that the water appears to be higher on the sides of the tube than in the middle.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Adhesion is the attraction between water molecules and other molecules.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Adhesion varies with substances in contact and is a complicated aspect of surface physics.

From Textbooks • Aug. 12, 2015

Adhesion of lag screws and bolts in wood, pp. 563-578.

From The Mechanical Properties of Wood Including a Discussion of the Factors Affecting the Mechanical Properties, and Methods of Timber Testing by Record, Samuel J.




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