noun
- the measurement of tension, especially surface tension of liquids or mechanical tension in materials
Usage: technical; scientific
Examples
- The laboratory used tensiometry to measure the surface tension of various cleaning solutions.
- Tensiometry is essential in quality control for paint and coating manufacturers.
- The researcher employed tensiometry techniques to study the properties of biological membranes.
- Modern tensiometry equipment can detect minute changes in surface tension.
- The textile industry relies on tensiometry to test fiber strength and elasticity.
- Students learned about tensiometry methods in their materials science course.