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wettability

Pronunciation: [ˌwɛtəˈbɪləti]

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Learn how to use wettability in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “science”

(noun) wettability refers to how easily a liquid can spread across the surface of a solid. It tells you if a liquid will stick to a surface or roll off like water on a waxed car.

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The wettability of the new coating is excellent, making it easy for water to spread on it.

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The surface of the table had poor wettability, so the water just beaded up instead of spreading.

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How does the wettability of this material affect its use in everyday products?

Context: “engineering”

(noun) wettability can also describe how certain materials interact with liquids, which is important in making things like paints and inks. It helps engineers know how well a liquid will attach to a surface.

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The engineers tested the wettability of the paint to ensure it would stick properly to the surface.

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If the wettability of the adhesive is poor, it might not hold the materials together.

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Why is wettability an important factor in designing new materials?

How to pronounce wettability

Pronunciation: [ˌwɛtəˈbɪləti]

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