👉 The half-fluid, also known as a half-fluid or half-liquid, is a mixture of two immiscible liquids where one liquid (typically water) forms droplets dispersed within the other (often an oil or another non-polar liquid). This unique state results from the balance of surface tension forces and interfacial tension between the two liquids, preventing them from fully mixing. The half-fluid exhibits properties of both liquids, such as density differences and the ability to form distinct layers or droplets, making it useful in various applications including laboratory techniques, industrial processes, and even in nature phenomena like the formation of oil slicks on water surfaces.
