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Viscosity of Water in Comparison to Mercury is
By BYJU'S Exam Prep
Updated on: September 25th, 2023
Dynamic viscosity of water in comparison to mercury is________.
A. Higher
B. Lower
C. Same
D. Unpredictable
Choose the correct answer from the given options.
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Answer: C –Lower
The dynamic viscosity of water in comparison to mercury is lower.
Solution:
Dynamic Viscosity: A fluid’s resistance to deformation caused by shear or tensile stress is measured by this property. It is represented by µ.
Mercury has a higher dynamic viscosity than water.
Water’s dynamic viscosity at 20°C is 1.005 centipoise.
Mercury’s dynamic viscosity at 20°C is 1.6 centipoise.
Hence dynamic viscosity of water in comparison to mercury is lower.