👉 Metallic fluids, also known as liquid metals or metallic liquids, are unique substances that exhibit both metallic properties and fluid-like behavior. Unlike conventional liquids, which are composed of neutral molecules, metallic fluids consist of free-moving metal atoms that can slide past one another, allowing them to flow like a liquid. This fluidity is due to the low cohesive forces between atoms in metallic liquids, which are weaker than those in non-metallic liquids. Examples include gallium-based alloys like gallium-indium-cadmium (GICA) and eutectic mixtures of gallium and indium. These fluids have distinct applications in various fields, such as cooling high-power electronic devices, in nuclear reactors for heat transfer, and in advanced manufacturing processes due to their ability to conform to complex shapes.
