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Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid made of cornstarch and water. Its viscosity increases with the rate of shear strain, also known as shear-thickening. This physical property allows a fun oobleck walk. Taken at the Beakerhead event in Calgary, Canada; Image courtesy of Kelly Hofer.
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A pair of feet walking on fluid.
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Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid made of cornstarch and water. Its viscosity increases with the rate of shear strain, also known as shear-thickening. This physical property allows a fun oobleck walk. (Taken at the Beakerhead event in Calgary, Canada; Image courtesy of Kelly Hofer. Used with permission.)
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Taken at the Beakerhead event in Calgary, Canada; Image courtesy of Kelly Hofer.
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