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Mechanical Properties of Fluids: Viscosity MCQ

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ViscosityHardQuestion 6491

Question

For liquids, viscosity generally _______ with temperature:
  1. A
    Increases
  2. B
    Stays same
  3. C
    Decreases
    Correct
  4. D
    First increases then decreases

Correct answer

Decreases

Explanation

For liquids, viscosity decreases with temperature (molecules move more freely). Opposite for gases.