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Scientist Kevin Miklasz talks about how he studies tiny spores that attach very well to tidal rocks to survive turbulent waves. These spores rely on bioglue, a mucous-like glue produced by their bodies, to keep them attached to the rocks and survive. The faster the spores bio-glue sets, or hardens, and the stronger the bio-glue is, the better chances the spore will have of survival.
In nature, there are many natural glues. Have you ever touched a plant and left with sticky fingers? Have you ever noticed the sticky trail that snails and slugs leave behind them? Perhaps we can learn from natures use of bio-glues and apply what we learn to structural engineering and construction methods!
In this challenge, you are going to use different edible bio-glues found in your kitchen to hold together model skyscrapers, and test which bioglue works best!
Explore bioglues for yourself with this fun Edible Skyscraper activity! https://youtu.be/O9g6H4OKtHY
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Scientist Kevin Miklasz talks about how he studies tiny spores that attach very well to tidal rocks to survive turbulent waves. These spores rely on bioglue, a mucous-like glue produced by their bodies, to keep them attached to the rocks and survive. The faster the spores bio-glue sets, or hardens, and the stronger the bio-glue is, the better chances the spore will have of survival.
In nature, there are many natural glues. Have you ever touched a plant and left with sticky fingers? Have you ever noticed the sticky trail that snails and slugs leave behind them? Perhaps we can learn from natures use of bio-glues and apply what we learn to structural engineering and construction methods!
In this challenge, you are going to use different edible bio-glues found in your kitchen to hold together model skyscrapers, and test which bioglue works best!
Explore bioglues for yourself with this fun Edible Skyscraper activity! https://youtu.be/O9g6H4OKtHY
Technovation is the global tech education nonprofit that inspires girls to be leaders and problem solvers in their lives and their community https://www.technovation.org/
Explore our Technovation Girls free STEM education program: https://technovationchallenge.org/
Watch Technovation girls learn how to code apps and make a difference in their communities: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaisj5ariFBd8lF_njQ-naycihS1WFk_x
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