Staff Picture of the Week: Marwin Explores The Oobleck!

            

Thanks to some hard work and generosity from the SLSC Public Programs department, staff had the opportunity last week to walk across water.

"How?" you ask?

By combining corn starch with the proper amount of water, you can reach of state of matter we call OOBLECK, a Non-Newtonian Fluid which retains shape when under pressure but melts and fills a space like water. This means you can hit it, roll it in your hands, and even walk on it. However, the second you stop moving your feet, you will begin to sink.

Interested in learning more about Oobleck and other gross, sticky, fun science concepts? Give us a call at 314.289.1414 and book a program for your group. Who knows? Maybe we can bring Oobleck to you!