Young-Laplace Equation Definition
A nonlinear partial differential equation that describes the capillary pressure difference sustained across the interface between two static fluids, such as water and air , due to the phenomenon of surface tension or wall tension .
Origin of Young-Laplace Equation
Named after Thomas Young, who developed the qualitative theory of surface tension in 1805, and Pierre-Simon Laplace, who completed the mathematical description in the following year.
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