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wettability

/wɛtəbɪlɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does wettability mean?

noun

The ability of a surface to be wetted by a liquid, typically measured by the contact angle between the liquid and the surface. The wettability of a surface can be influenced by its chemical composition, roughness, and other factors.

Example

"The wettability of the new waterproof coating was tested by applying a droplet of water to its surface and measuring the contact angle."

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