Density and Viscosity: Causes and Effects

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The discussion clarifies the relationship between density and viscosity in fluids, specifically comparing oil (CH2) and water (H2O). It establishes that oil is less dense than water despite its higher viscosity due to the molecular structure of oil, which consists of long chains, while water molecules are individual. The interaction forces between molecules contribute to viscosity but do not necessarily correlate with density.

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  • Understanding of molecular structure and composition (e.g., oil vs. water).
  • Basic knowledge of fluid dynamics concepts, particularly viscosity and density.
  • Familiarity with intermolecular forces and their effects on physical properties.
  • Awareness of chemical formulas for common substances (e.g., CH2 for oil, H2O for water).
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Hello, what forces causes density and viscosity in a fluid ?
I thought oil was more dense than water but it is only more viscous. I suppose a very viscous liquid has strong forces interacting between the molecules so they became closer and shouldn't density increase too ?

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