Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
capillary attraction
noun
/ˈkæp.ɪ.lər.i əˈtræk.ʃən/
Definition
The attraction of the surface of a liquid to the surface of a solid.
Examples
- The ink moved through the paper by capillary attraction.
- Capillary attraction allows plants to draw water from the soil.
- The movement of water in narrow tubes is completely due to capillary attraction.
Meaning
Capillary attraction is a phenomenon where liquid rises or falls in a narrow space without the assistance of external forces, due to the cohesive and adhesive forces at the liquid’s surface.
Synonyms
- capillarity
- capillary action
