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Changing The Shape And Function Of Liquid Metal

2014-09-02 11:50:35| rfglobalnet News Articles

Gallium is one of the few metals that turns into a liquid at room temperature. When that happens, its surface oxidizes, forming a "skin" over the fluid, almost like a water balloon or a water bed. Years ago, scientists often thought the coating a nuisance. Today they consider it an opportunity.

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