Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
centipoise
Noun
/ˈsɛntiˌpɔɪz/
Definition
A unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one hundredth of a poise.
Examples
- The viscosity of water at room temperature is approximately 1 centipoise.
- Honey has a viscosity of about 2,000 centipoise, making it much thicker than water.
- In many scientific experiments, it’s important to know the centipoise value of different liquids for accurate results.
Meaning
Centipoise is commonly used to measure the viscosity of fluids, indicating how thick or thin a liquid is.
Synonyms
- Viscosity unit
- Poise (1/100)
