Hydrophobic – “water-hating,” repels water; Superhydrophobic – extremely water repellent; Hydrophilic – “water-loving,” water clings to it; Texture – the feel of a surface; Pathogen – a microorganism ...

The hydrophobic effect — the tendency for oil and water to segregate — is important in diverse phenomena, from the cleaning of laundry, to the creation of micro-emulsions to make new materials ...

The two-tiered application process produces a surface that is exceptionally hydrophobic. The picture above shows two coins that were treated with the material sitting in a dish of colored water.

University of Bonn. (2010, May 5). Tiny hydrophobic water ferns could help ships economize on fuel. ScienceDaily. Retrieved May 27, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com / releases / 2010 / 05 ...

Make DIY hydrophobic sand at home! It’s a science-meets-craft project that stays dry under water—budget-friendly, vibrant, and totally mesmerizing. Great for sensory bins and STEM fun! If you’ve ...

Left, hydrophobic down; right, regular down. Before and after soaking in water. The exact process varies with different manufacturers of hydrophobic down, but the end result is normally the same ...