Liquids can be categorized as either simple or complex based on their molecular structure and interactions. Simple liquids are composed of spherically symmetric molecules that only interact through short-range repulsive forces, while complex liquids have non-spherical molecules or more long-range attractive interactions between molecules. This document explores some basic physical concepts for understanding the differences in behaviors between simple and complex liquids at the molecular scale.
Liquids can be categorized as either simple or complex based on their molecular structure and interactions. Simple liquids are composed of spherically symmetric molecules that only interact through short-range repulsive forces, while complex liquids have non-spherical molecules or more long-range attractive interactions between molecules. This document explores some basic physical concepts for understanding the differences in behaviors between simple and complex liquids at the molecular scale.
Liquids can be categorized as either simple or complex based on their molecular structure and interactions. Simple liquids are composed of spherically symmetric molecules that only interact through short-range repulsive forces, while complex liquids have non-spherical molecules or more long-range attractive interactions between molecules. This document explores some basic physical concepts for understanding the differences in behaviors between simple and complex liquids at the molecular scale.