Extrinsic and intrinsic effects setting viscosity in complex fluids and life processes: the role of fundamental physical constants
2025
Viscosity in Complex Fluids and Life Processes
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Trachenko K., Tello P. G., Kauffman S. A., Succi S.
Primary Institution: School of Physical and Chemical Sciences, Queen Mary University of London
Hypothesis
How do extrinsic and intrinsic factors affect viscosity in complex fluids related to life processes?
Conclusion
The viscosity of complex fluids like blood is influenced by both intrinsic properties related to fundamental physical constants and extrinsic factors from the environment.
Supporting Evidence
- The viscosity of blood is not far from the intrinsic viscosity calculated using fundamental constants.
- Both intrinsic and extrinsic factors need to be considered when estimating the biofriendly range of fundamental constants.
- Viscosity affects the flow of blood, which is crucial for delivering nutrients in the body.
Takeaway
This study shows that the thickness of fluids like blood is affected by tiny particles and how they move together, which is important for life.
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