Stability of spheroidal drops in the field of a point charge

The deformation of dielectric drops in the field of point charge is studied theoretically. Neglecting the effects of viscosity, the resulting changes in electrostatic and surface energies are calculated. Both odd and even modes of deformation are found to exist. The effects of field configuration on...

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Published in:Journal of colloid and interface science 1984-01, Vol.99 (1), p.278-285
Main Authors: Pandya, T.P, Bali, L.M, Jha, Pallavi
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aerosols
Chemistry
Colloidal gels. Colloidal sols
Colloidal state and disperse state
Emulsions. Microemulsions. Foams
Exact sciences and technology
General and physical chemistry
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Summary:The deformation of dielectric drops in the field of point charge is studied theoretically. Neglecting the effects of viscosity, the resulting changes in electrostatic and surface energies are calculated. Both odd and even modes of deformation are found to exist. The effects of field configuration on stability of the modes is examined. Following the analysis the shape of the stable deformed surface can be predicted.
ISSN:0021-9797
1095-7103
DOI:10.1016/0021-9797(84)90109-7