What is Semi-solid?
A '''semi-solid''' is a [[state of matter]]. It is a substance that is in between a solid and a liquid. Another name for a semi-solid is a quasi-solid.<ref>Bellac, Michael; Mortessagne, Fabrice; Batrouni, G. George 2004. ''Equilibrium and non-equilibrium statistical thermodynamics''. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-0-521-82143-8</ref> [[Mayonnaise]] is an example of a semi-solid. Mayonnaise does not hold its shape like a solid but does not flow like a liquid. Gel or cream are terms often used of a semi-solid. Normally semi-solids are [[covalent bond|covalent]] in their [[chemistry]]. Covalent substances get softer and softer until they melt. [[Ionic bond|Ionic]] substances melt at one temperature and do not get softer. Butter is a semi-solid when it is warm. Butter does not hold its shape but it does not flow like a liquid. Paint is also a semisolid, since it is highly viscous. The shape of [[curd]] is semi-solid, and is different from milk, which is liquid. == Related pages == *[[Thixotropy]] *[[Viscosity]] == References == {{reflist}} {{chem-stub}} {{States of matter}} [[Category:Chemistry]]