The Lotus Effect ... is it not some kind of yoga pose. In the last installment of a nine-part series, young scientists observe the Lotus Effect on lotus leaves and water-repellent cloths. They observe how motion and damage affect the superhydrophobicity of the lotus leaves.

Concepts

surface tension, hydrophobia, hydrophilia, water molecules, properties of water, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Have the class conduct a research project investigating uses of superhydrophobic materials

Classroom Considerations

• Activity builds on knowledge from associated lesson
• Lab activity requires some specialized materials not typically found in the classroom

Pros

• Includes optional activity extensions
• Teacher resource lists tips to conduct experiment smoothly

Cons

• Resource has some typos