Basic Details
Word: Viscosity
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A measure of how thick or sticky a liquid is; how easily it flows.
Synonyms: Thickness, stickiness, density
Antonyms: Fluidity, runniness
Idioms and Phrases
- Thick as molasses: Describes something that moves very slowly or is very slow to change. Example: "The traffic was thick as molasses during rush hour."
- Run like water: Refers to something that flows easily and quickly. Example: "After the rain, the river began to run like water, flowing swiftly down the hills."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Honey has a high viscosity, which makes it thick and slow to pour.
Example 2: The engineer tested the viscosity of the oil to see if it was suitable for the engine.
Example 3: At room temperature, water has low viscosity and flows easily, while syrup has a much higher viscosity.
Fun Fact
Did you know that temperature can affect viscosity? Generally, when liquids are heated, their viscosity decreases, making them flow easier!
Famous Quote
"Just as water is to the fish, so is the viscosity of life to its motion." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "viscosity" mean?
a) The colour of a liquid
b) A measure of how thick or sticky a liquid is
c) The temperature of a liquid
d) The weight of a liquid
Answer: b) A measure of how thick or sticky a liquid is
2. Which of these is a synonym of "viscosity"?
a) Fluidity
b) Thickness
c) Lightness
d) Temperature
Answer: b) Thickness
3. What is an antonym of "viscosity"?
a) Density
b) Runiness
c) Stickiness
d) Thickness
Answer: b) Runiness
4. Which sentence uses "viscosity" correctly?
a) The viscosity of the soup made it difficult to eat with a straw.
b) The viscosity of the car was low.
c) The viscosity of the book was very interesting.
d) The viscosity of the music was loud.
Answer: a) The viscosity of the soup made it difficult to eat with a straw.
5. What does the idiom "thick as molasses" mean?
a) Very sweet
b) Very thick and slow
c) Very quiet
d) Very fast
Answer: b) Very thick and slow
