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Plasma is classified as a fluid due to its ability to flow and assume the shape of its container, similar to gases. It possesses viscosity and is characterized by the presence of fully ionized atoms, partially ionized atoms, and free electrons. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the equation of continuity in relation to plasma behavior.

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Is a plasma a fluid?
 
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It's fluid in a generic sense, like a gas is considered fluid. It has viscosity and it flows, and it assumes the geometry of whatever is confining it. It's different because of the presence of nuclei (fully ionized atoms), ions (less than fully ionized atoms) and electrons.
 
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