The dimensional formula for the coefficient of viscosity (η) is:

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  • A[M L^-1 T^-1]
  • B[M L T^-1]
  • C[M L^-2 T^-1]
  • D[M L T^-2]
Explanation

From Newton's law of viscosity, F = ηA(dv/dy). So, η = F / (A(dv/dy)). Dimensions: [F] = [M L T^-2], [A] = [L²], [dv/dy] = [L T^-1] / [L] = [T^-1]. So, [η] = [M L T^-2] / ([L²] * [T^-1]) = [M L T^-2] / [L² T^-1] = [M L^-1 T^-1].

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