thixotropy

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Synonyms: thiotroph, thixotropic

Antonyms: thiotroph, thixotropic

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|physics}} The reduction of [[viscosity]] with increased [[shear]]
2. {{lb|en|medicine}} The property of certain [[gel]]s whereby they become [[fluid]]s when agitated and return to being [[solid]] or semi-solid when allowed to stand.

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