capillarity
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The natural flow of water underground is caused by gravity in the larger openings, but in the smaller openings adhesion and capillarity are also important forces.
From The Economic Aspect of Geology by C. K. (Charles Kenneth) Leith
It must be carefully calibrated, and its internal diameter ascertained, in order that correction may be made for capillarity.
From A Treatise on Meteorological Instruments Explanatory of Their Scientific Principles, Method of Construction, and Practical Utility by Henry Negretti
In standard barometers, the tube is about an inch in diameter, and the error due to capillarity is less than .001 of an inch.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" by Various
If, however, the glasses are inclined to a certain extent, the drop will remain stationary, since it is drawn in one direction by gravity and in the other by capillarity.
From A Treatise on Staff Making and Pivoting Containing Complete Directions for Making and Fitting New Staffs from the Raw Material by Eugene Edward Hall
This barometer requires no correction for errors of capillarity or capacity.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" by Various
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