Explained: Hydrophobic and hydrophilic - MIT News
https://news.mit.edu/2013/hydrophobic-and-hydrophilic-explained-0716
WebJul 16, 2013 · Those that naturally repel water, causing droplets to form, are known as hydrophobic. Both classes of materials can have a significant impact on the performance of power plants, electronics, airplane wings and desalination plants, among other technologies, says Kripa Varanasi, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at MIT.
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