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PoiseP
Source UnitThe poise (symbol: P) is a unit of dynamic viscosity in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the viscosity of a fluid that exerts a shear stress of one dyne per square centimeter when a velocity gradient of one reciprocal second is applied. In essence, one poise corresponds to a viscosity of 1 g/(cm·s). This unit is particularly useful in fields involving fluid mechanics and rheology, where the flow properties of liquids are analyzed.
Current Use
The poise is commonly used in laboratories and industries that deal with fluid properties, such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and materials science. It is particularly relevant for measuring the viscosity of non-Newtonian fluids and biological fluids, such as blood, where understanding flow behavior is crucial. While the SI unit pascal-second is preferred in many scientific contexts, the poise remains popular in specific applications.
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The poise was historically significant in the study of blood flow, influencing medical research and treatments.
MegastokesmSt
Target UnitThe megastokes (mSt) is a non-SI unit of kinematic viscosity, representing the dynamic resistance of a fluid to flow under the influence of gravity. It is defined as one million stokes, where one stoke is equivalent to one square centimeter per second (cm²/s). This unit is particularly useful in describing the viscosity of highly viscous fluids, such as oils and heavy liquids, where precision in measurement is essential for applications in engineering and fluid mechanics. The use of megastokes allows for easier representation of large viscosity values.
Current Use
Megastokes is currently utilized in various industries, particularly in petrochemicals, lubricants, and food processing, where precise measurements of fluid viscosity are crucial. Engineers and scientists leverage this unit to characterize the flow behavior of thick liquids and emulsions. The megastokes unit is especially relevant in formulations where high viscosities can significantly impact processing and product performance. It is also used in research and development settings to evaluate new materials and their flow properties.
Fun Fact
The stoke unit was first introduced in 1851, making it one of the oldest viscosity units still in use today.
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Poise
viscosity • Non-SI
Definition
The poise (symbol: P) is a unit of dynamic viscosity in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the viscosity of a fluid that exerts a shear stress of one dyne per square centimeter when a velocity gradient of one reciprocal second is applied. In essence, one poise corresponds to a viscosity of 1 g/(cm·s). This unit is particularly useful in fields involving fluid mechanics and rheology, where the flow properties of liquids are analyzed.
History & Origin
The poise was named after the French scientist Jean Louis Marie Poiseuille, who made significant contributions to the study of fluid dynamics in the 19th century. His work focused on the flow of liquids in tubes, and he is best known for deriving Poiseuille's law, which describes the laminar flow of incompressible fluids. The term was introduced in the 19th century and has been widely used in scientific literature since then, particularly in relation to the study of blood viscosity and other biological fluids.
Etymology: The term 'poise' is derived from the surname of Jean Louis Marie Poiseuille, reflecting his foundational work in fluid dynamics.
Current Use
The poise is commonly used in laboratories and industries that deal with fluid properties, such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, and materials science. It is particularly relevant for measuring the viscosity of non-Newtonian fluids and biological fluids, such as blood, where understanding flow behavior is crucial. While the SI unit pascal-second is preferred in many scientific contexts, the poise remains popular in specific applications.
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- •The poise was historically significant in the study of blood flow, influencing medical research and treatments.
- •One poise is equivalent to 0.1 pascal-seconds, showing the relationship between CGS and SI units.
- •The term 'centipoise' (cP) is commonly used in industries, where 1 P equals 100 cP, making it easier to express lower viscosities.
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Megastokes
viscosity • Non-SI
Definition
The megastokes (mSt) is a non-SI unit of kinematic viscosity, representing the dynamic resistance of a fluid to flow under the influence of gravity. It is defined as one million stokes, where one stoke is equivalent to one square centimeter per second (cm²/s). This unit is particularly useful in describing the viscosity of highly viscous fluids, such as oils and heavy liquids, where precision in measurement is essential for applications in engineering and fluid mechanics. The use of megastokes allows for easier representation of large viscosity values.
History & Origin
The concept of viscosity dates back to the early observations of fluid dynamics, but the formalization of units like stokes and megastokes came with advancements in fluid measurement techniques in the 19th century. The stoke unit was named after the British scientist Sir George Gabriel Stokes, who contributed significantly to the understanding of fluid motion. The megastokes subsequently emerged as a convenient scale for expressing very high viscosity values encountered in various industrial applications, particularly in petrochemicals and lubricants.
Etymology: The term 'stokes' is named after Sir George Stokes, who studied the motion of viscous fluids. The prefix 'mega-' is derived from the Greek word 'megas,' meaning 'great' or 'large,' reflecting the large scale of measurement represented by this unit.
Current Use
Megastokes is currently utilized in various industries, particularly in petrochemicals, lubricants, and food processing, where precise measurements of fluid viscosity are crucial. Engineers and scientists leverage this unit to characterize the flow behavior of thick liquids and emulsions. The megastokes unit is especially relevant in formulations where high viscosities can significantly impact processing and product performance. It is also used in research and development settings to evaluate new materials and their flow properties.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The stoke unit was first introduced in 1851, making it one of the oldest viscosity units still in use today.
- •In practical applications, the viscosity of fluids can vary significantly with temperature, making the measurement of viscosity crucial for maintaining product consistency.
- •The term 'viscosity' comes from the Latin word 'viscosus,' meaning 'sticky' or 'thick,' reflecting the property of fluids that resist flow.
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