Static shear modulus of a methyl cellulose solution and viscoelasticity of a polyvinyl alcohol solution at the air/water interface

Bernard M. Abraham*, Kenjiro Miyano, John B Ketterson

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Abstract

Measurements of the mechanical properties of the surface of a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) solution and of a methyl cellulose solution have disclosed surprising differences. The response of the PVA to shearing strain is predominantly viscous, whereas the methyl cellulose is elastic. This is the first observation and measurement of a static shear modulus from the surface of a solution.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)264-266
Number of pages3
JournalJournal of Colloid and Interface Science
Volume107
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 1985

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Biomaterials
  • Surfaces, Coatings and Films
  • Colloid and Surface Chemistry

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