rheopexy

noun

rheo·​pexy

ˈrēəˌpeksē

plural -es

: the accelerated gelation of a thixotropic sol brought about by jarring the containing vessel, by slow stirring, or by pouring

Word History

Etymology

rheo- + -pexy

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