According to mathematics, raindrops should not exist! The video narrator explains the mathematics behind the surface area and volume of a spherical raindrop. By examining the energy of creating the raindrop, he shows how creating one is mathematically impossible.

Concepts

rain, quadratic functions, cubic functions, volume, surface area

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Graph the quadratic and cubic functions in the video; analyze below and above the intersection point
• Follow the video with the suggested lesson that explains the creation of a raindrop

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should have a strong understanding of spherical volume and surface area

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Fast pace holds viewers' attention
• Incorporates strong mathematical evidence to support the claim

Cons

• None