The simple version of Non-Newtonian fluid.

In physical chemistry and fluid mechanics, a non-Newtonian fluid is a fluid that does not follow Newton's law of viscosity; that is, it has variable viscosity dependent on stress.

Oct 19, 2026
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In physical chemistry and fluid mechanics, a non-Newtonian fluid is a fluid that does not follow Newton's law of viscosity; that is, it has variable viscosity dependent on stress.

In physical chemistry and fluid mechanics, a non-Newtonian fluid is a fluid that does not follow Newton's law of viscosity; that is, it has variable viscosity dependent on stress. In particular, the viscosity of non-Newtonian fluids can change when subjected to force. Ketchup, for example, becomes runnier when shaken and is thus a non-Newtonian fluid. Many salt solutions and molten polymers are non-Newtonian fluids, as are many commonly found substances such as custard, toothpaste, starch suspensions, paint, blood, melted butter and shampoo.

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Non-Newtonian_fluid
  2. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q860589
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