Build a Water Strider
Active Time
20-30 minutes
Total Project Time
20-30 minutes
Key Concepts
forces, surface tension, density, buoyancy
IntroductionHave you ever seen a water strider (also called water bugs, pond skaters, water skippers etc.)? They are bugs that effortlessly hop around on the surface of ponds, lakes, and rivers. How do they do it without sinking? Try this project to find out!CreditsBen Finio, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
20-30 minutes
Total Project Time
20-30 minutes
Key Concepts
forces, surface tension, density, buoyancy
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