Convert between dynamic viscosity (Poise) and kinematic viscosity (Stokes).
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Viscosity describes a fluid's resistance to flow. Dynamic viscosity (measured in Poise) relates to internal friction, while kinematic viscosity (measured in Stokes) is the ratio of dynamic viscosity to density.
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1 Poise (P) = 100 centipoise (cP) = 0.1 Pa·s.
1 Stokes (St) = 100 centistokes (cSt) = 1 cm²/s.
The conversion formula is: Kinematic = Dynamic / Density.
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Fun Facts
"Water has a dynamic viscosity of about 1 cP at 20°C."
"Honey has a viscosity about 2,000–10,000 times higher than water."
"Motor oils are often rated by their kinematic viscosity at specific temperatures (e.g., SAE 30)."
