Freaky forces – friction

Explore the freaky force of friction, with fascinating friction facts, a deep dive into road safety, an exploration of sticky gecko feet, some history of the science of friction, and a friction-filled game to try yourself at home.

 

Presented by Jenny Lynch and Matilda Sercombe. Written and produced by Jenny Lynch. Music by Purple Planet Music. Sound effects by Pixabay.

 

https://www.creativescience.com.au

 

Episode content:

00:00 Introduction and fast facts

02:10 Friction and road safety

03:43 How do animals climb walls without falling down?

05:12 How do we know what we know about friction?

07:13 Try this – tug of war, with and without friction

You will need between 1 and 3 friends to play tug-of-war in teams of 1 or 2 players; a piece of rope, about 3 metres long (plastic-coated clothesline cord works really well); and some liquid hand soap.