Cassie equation

proper noun

An equation describing the effective contact angle for a liquid on a chemically heterogeneous surface.

Meanings

proper nounthe Cassie equation
  1. An equation describing the effective contact angle for a liquid on a chemically heterogeneous surface.

Origin

Named after A. B. D. Cassie.

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APA

Cassie equation. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Cassie%20equation

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“Cassie equation.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Cassie%20equation. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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