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In this activity, kids make and play with Ooze before testing the material in an egg drop! Learners will investigate if a strange, gooey material made from water and cornstarch can prevent an egg from breaking after a fall. The activity makes connections to the field of nanotechnology through providing an example of how a material's macroscale characteristics are affected by its structure on the nanoscale. Step-by-step instructions are included with photos along with safety recommendations. Activity guide includes a "What's going on?" explanation and quick connections to shear-thickening fluids (STFs) and non-Newtonian behavior of materials.
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 4 - adult
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 2 measures cornstarch
- 1 measure water
- 2-3 drops food coloring (optional)
- Medium bowl
- 2 Large plastic bags
- Small plastic bag
- 2 Eggs (uncooked!)
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
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Engineering
- Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
- Nanotechnology
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Engineering
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Physical Sciences
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States of Matter
- Solids
- Liquids
- Changes of Phase
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Structure and Properties of Matter
- Atomic Structure
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States of Matter
Audience
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
This resource is part of:
- Do It Yourself Nano activities and experiments
- DIY Nano HD
- DIY Nano e-book with photos and activities
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Sciencenter
Source Collection
- NISE Network
Rights:
- , Sciencenter, 2012
Funding Source:
- National Science Foundation