(P) A cgs unit of resistance to fluid flow ( viscosity ). If a force of 1 dyne is needed to force two fluid layers with 1 cm2 area that are 1 cm apart past each other at a speed of 1 cm/s, the liquid has a viscosity of 1 poise.
POISE
Meaning of POISE in English
General chemistry English glossary. Английский глоссарий общей химии. 2012