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F4-01: VISCOSITY OF LIQUIDS

PURPOSE: To compare the viscosities of water and mineral oil.

DESCRIPTION: Two tubes contain heavy balls in water and mineral oil, respectively. Invert the tubes and compare terminal velocities to compare viscosities.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 2C30.30)

EQUIPMENT: Cylinders with heavy balls in water and mineral oil.

SETUP TIME: None.


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