thixotropy

thixotropy Definition

thix·ot·ropy (t̸hik sä′trə pē)

noun

the property of certain gels and emulsions of becoming fluid when agitated and then setting again when left at rest

Etymology: < Gr thixis, touching (< thinganein, to touch: see thigmotaxis) + -o- + -tropy

thixotropy Related Forms

thix′o·trop′ic (-ō träp′ik, -ə träp′-) adjective

thixotropy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

flow: Publication title: Thixotropy flow behavior of solder and conductive adhesive pastes.
behavior: Publication title: Thixotropy flow behavior of solder and conductive adhesive pastes.

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