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Viscosity and Droplet Shapes

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Viscosity and Droplet Shapes | Science Fair Projects | STEM Projects
Ever wondered how the thickness of a liquid affects the shape of its droplets? In this experiment, we'll observe and compare the shapes of droplets of liquids with different viscosities.

Hypothesis

The hypothesis is that the liquids with the higher viscosities will form longer necks on their drops than the liquids with lower viscosities.

Method & Materials

You will test the average viscosity of seven liquids, then observe and compare the shapes of the droplets as they drip from a burette.
You will need seven liquids, a tube, a metal ball, a burette, and graph paper.

Results

The results showed that the liquids with higher viscosities had longer necks on their drops than the liquids with lower viscosities.

Why do this project?

This science project is interesting because it shows how the viscosity of a liquid affects the shape of its droplets.

Also Consider

Experiment variations to consider include testing different liquids or changing the rate of dripping from the burette.

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