Valerie wants to examine the properties of a thick liquid but is finding it difficult to pour the liquid into a beaker. She needs to finish her investigation before the end of class. Which method will allow her to pour the liquid easily?

Applying heat usually lowers a liquid’s viscosity, so it flows more easily and is easier to pour. This makes applying heat the best way for Valerie to handle the thick liquid. Refrigerating it would generally make it flow less easily, while boiling vigorously is unnecessary.

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