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One In The Hand

One In The Hand

In this physics demonstration, learners are challenged to break a raw egg just by squeezing it. Learners will be shocked by their inability to complete the deceivingly simple challenge. Use this activity to introduce learners to how specific shapes like arches provide strength and stability to structures. Also, this egg-related activity could be integrated into any Easter or Spring themed programming. This activity guide includes a helpful video...

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Keywords:
Physical Science, Stability, Arches, Civil Engineering, Structures, Trick, NSDL, Motion and Forces, Ecology, Pressure, Physics, Engineering, Eggshell, General Science, Agricultural Engineering, Conducting Investigations, Technology, Chemistry, Distribution of Force, Education, Agriculture, Forestry and Agriculture
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
May 2, 2021
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Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Grade School, Middle School, High School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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Unknown
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No
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