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Viscosity
A property of fluids, either liquid or gaseous, that can briefly be described as causing resistance to flow. Viscosity is the measure of the combined effects of cohesion and adhesion. It is one of the most important physical properties of an oil, varnish or lacquer. Viscosity is usually measured with the GardnerHoldt Bubble Viscometer.
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