(a) List two examples each of substances with: (i) low viscosity; (ii) high viscosity. (b)...

PHYSICS
WAEC 2010

(a) List two examples each of substances with:

(i) low viscosity;

(ii) high viscosity.

(b) When is a liquid said to be viscostatic?

Explanation

(a)(i) Substances with ions viscosity are: water, ethanol, salt solution, kerosine, methylated spirit, etc.

(ii) Substances with high viscosity: engine oil, glycerine, palm oil, etc.

(b) A liquid is viscostatic when its viscosity does not change appreciably with change in temperature.



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