Viscosity and Density of Liquids
Viscosity
Definition:
Viscosity refers to a liquid's internal resistance or friction that keeps it from flowing freely.
It serves as a measure of how quickly a liquid can flow.
Temperature Dependence:
As temperature increases:
Speed of particles increases.
Viscosity decreases (the liquid flows more readily).
As temperature decreases:
Speed of particles decreases.
Viscosity increases (the liquid flows more slowly).
Fluid Behavior:
Fluids with low viscosity:
Flow quickly.
Exhibit little internal resistance or friction.
Fluids with high viscosity:
Flow slowly.
Have greater amounts of internal resistance or friction.
Particle Model of Matter and Viscosity:
The particle model explains how viscosity changes with temperature.
Liquids are composed of particles that slide and roll over one another.
When temperature is added:
Particles become more kinetic and roll more rapidly.
Result: Decrease in viscosity, leading to easier flow.
Conversely, when temperature decreases:
Particle movement slows down, increasing viscosity and leading to slower flow.
Density
Definition:
Density is defined as the amount of matter present in a given volume.
Formula for density:
\text{Density} = \frac{\text{Mass}}{\text{Volume}}
Where mass is in grams (g) and volume can be in milliliters (ml) or cubic centimeters (cm³).
Units of Measurement:
Density is measured in:
g/ml for liquids.
g/cm³ for solids.
Changes in Density:
Density can be affected by temperature changes:
Increase in Temperature:
Particles gain energy.
Spaces between particles increase.
Results in decreased density (substance becomes less dense).
Decrease in Temperature:
Particles lose energy.
Spaces between particles decrease.
Results in increased density (substance becomes more dense).
Concentration
Interrelation of Density and Temperature:
Density changes with variations in temperature:
Higher temperature leads to more space between particles, decreasing density.
Lower temperature leads to less space between particles, increasing density.
Dependence on Particle Characteristics:
Density is contingent on:
The number of particles in a specific volume.
The kind of particles present in that volume.