Table 1. Spreading Coefficient: Interfacial Tension Measured Using the Pendant Drop Method (All Units in dyn/cm).
| oil type | γwa | γoa | γow | Sow | wrapping layer? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| silicone oil | 72.18 | 18.57 | 35.99 | 17.62 | yes |
| mineral oil (Sigma-Aldrich) | 72.18 | 27.87 | 51.07 | –6.76 | no |
| mineral oil (Hydrobrite 380) | 72.18 | 31.47 | 53.09 | –12.38 | no |
| mineral oil (Hydrobrite 550) | 72.18 | 31.50 | 54.04 | –13.36 | no |