lotus effect

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Definition of lotus effect in English English dictionary

The superhydrophobicity associated with the leaves of the lotus plant

The lotus effect in material science is the observed self-cleaning property found with lotus plants. In some Eastern cultures, the lotus plant is a symbol of purity. Although lotuses prefer to grow in muddy rivers and lakes, the leaves and flowers remain clean

Hyphenation

lo·tus ef·fect

Turkish pronunciation

lōtıs ıfekt

Pronunciation

/ˈlōtəs əˈfekt/ /ˈloʊtəs əˈfɛkt/