Viscous
Viscous
Viscous (/ˈvɪskəs/), derived from the Latin word "viscosus", meaning sticky, refers to a property of fluids which are thick, sticky, and semi-fluid in consistency.
Definition
In the field of medicine, viscous is often used to describe the consistency of bodily fluids or substances. For example, mucus is often described as being viscous. The term can also be used to describe the texture of certain medications or medical treatments.
Etymology
The term "viscous" originates from the Latin word "viscosus", which translates to "sticky". It was first used in the English language in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Viscosity: This is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow. It describes the internal friction of a moving fluid. A fluid with large viscosity resists motion because its molecular makeup gives it a lot of internal friction. A fluid with low viscosity flows easily because its molecular makeup results in very little friction when it is in motion.
- Rheology: This is the study of the flow of matter, primarily in a liquid state, but also as 'soft solids' or solids under conditions in which they respond with plastic flow rather than deforming elastically in response to an applied force.
- Mucus: This is a type of viscous bodily fluid produced by the mucous membranes of animals. Its primary function is to protect and lubricate the various tissues and organs in the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Viscous
- Wikipedia's article - Viscous
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