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Answer for the clue "Resistance of a liquid to sheer forces (and hence to flow) ", 11 letters:
viscousness

Word definitions for viscousness in dictionaries

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. resistance of a liquid to sheer forces (and hence to flow) [syn: viscosity ]

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Viscous \Vis"cous\, a. [L. viscosus. See Viscid .] Adhesive or sticky, and having a ropy or glutinous consistency; viscid; glutinous; clammy; tenacious; as, a viscous juice. -- Vis"cous*ness , n. Note: There is no well-defined distinction in meaning between ...

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. viscosity.

Usage examples of viscousness.

They drew the cold viscousness of the air into their lungs, and it seemed to settle and pool there, stifling them.