Adhesion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012843",
  "term": "Adhesion",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The phenomenon where dissimilar surfaces or substances cling together due to intermolecular forces at their interface. This can involve physical interlocking, chemical bonding, or electrostatic attraction between the two materials. The strength of adhesion is quantified by the force required to separate the bonded surfaces, often measured in pascals (Pa) or newtons per meter (N/m).",
  "synonyms": [
    "tack"
  ],
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2020, 92, 1861. 'Terminology of polymers in advanced lithography (IUPAC Recommendations 2020)' on page 1866 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2018-1215)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adhesion/"
}