Capillarity is a phenomenon only in water

In summary, the conversation discusses capillarity as a phenomenon that only occurs in water and is driven by interfacial energy and contact angle. It is a common occurrence and can be seen in various forms such as capillary rise and Marangoni flow. The images provided show the difference in water columns and how the electric effect plays a role in capillarity. The flow of water can also be influenced by the orientation of the glass channel.
  • #1
jaquecusto
12
0
Capillarity is a phenomenon that only happens in the water?

[PLAIN]http://courses.soil.ncsu.edu/ssc012/Graphics/watermol.gif

[PLAIN]http://courses.soil.ncsu.edu/ssc012/Graphics/watermol2.gif

[PLAIN]http://courses.soil.ncsu.edu/ssc012/Graphics/capilarity.gif

At left, the water colunm is minor than the right collunm...
Capilarity is a electric effect? But, the water entropy may be oriented by glass channel?

Source of images:
http://courses.soil.ncsu.edu/ssc012/Lecture/topic9.htm"
 
Last edited by a moderator:
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2


Capillary flow is a common phenomenon, driven by interfacial energy and the contact angle. All fluids can show capillary-driven flow effects (capillary rise, Marangoni flow, etc).
 
  • #3


Thanks, Andy!


jaquecusto
 

What is capillarity?

Capillarity is a phenomenon that refers to the ability of a liquid to flow against gravity through narrow spaces, such as tubes or tiny gaps between solid surfaces.

Is capillarity only present in water?

Yes, capillarity is a phenomenon that is only observed in water and other liquids that have a strong cohesive force between their molecules.

What causes capillarity in water?

Capillarity in water is caused by the strong intermolecular forces between water molecules, known as hydrogen bonds. These bonds allow water to overcome the force of gravity and flow upwards against it.

How does capillarity affect plants?

Capillarity plays a crucial role in plant growth and survival. It allows plants to absorb water and nutrients from the soil through their roots, and transport them to other parts of the plant through capillary action.

Can capillarity be observed in other substances?

No, capillarity is a unique property of water and a few other liquids with similar intermolecular forces, such as mercury. It is not observed in solids or gases.

Similar threads

Understanding the Water Battery: A Mystery Explained in Simple Terms
    • Mechanics
Replies
13
Views
4K
Nested rotations in a fluid: Implications and Visualization
    • Mechanics
Replies
1
Views
1K
Water waves - is this reflection, or refraction, or both?
    • Optics
Replies
4
Views
3K
Why Isn't Water Flowing Through My Tube Consistently?
    • Electromagnetism
Replies
4
Views
2K
B Double slit experiment with electrons
    • Quantum Physics
Replies
17
Views
1K
Swimming pool heating by 16 car radiators on hot loft
    • Thermodynamics
Replies
26
Views
8K
Fatal error in computer simulation (photoelectric)
    • Quantum Physics
Replies
11
Views
7K
Tankless, instant hot water heaters
    • Electrical Engineering
Replies
21
Views
11K
Semi-Safe Electric Current in Water without explosions?
    • Electrical Engineering
Replies
1
Views
2K
Simulating the 2D wave equation with varying speed
    • Differential Equations
Replies
1
Views
4K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top