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A measure of the resistance to flow of a fluid under an applied force.

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Subjoined is a table giving the absolute viscosity of various gums.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, September 26, 1891
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The absolute viscosity of water at 15° C. determined in four different instruments is shown below.
Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, September 26, 1891