Oobleck fluid suspension or a substance that can mimic the quality of a solid or a liquid. These materials are non Newtonian

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Oobleck fluid suspension or a substance that can mimic the quality of a solid or a liquid. These materials are non Newtonian

Oobleck is a suspension or a substance that can mimic the qualities of solid or a liquid. These materials are called a non-newtonian fluids. A Newtonian fluid has a constant viscosity such as water and gasoline. Oobleck got its name from a book by Dr.Seuss called Bartholomew and the Oobleck

Kinds of Oobleck

Oobleck is a milky-white, shiny substance. It flows like a thick paint when u pour it, but mash your hand onto it's surface and it forms a hard skin. Squeeze some in your palm and it will form a tough glob.

Purpose of Oobleck

Oobleck is a non-Newtonian fluid, a term for fluid that changes viscosity( how easily they flow) under stress. When you run your fingers slowly through cornstarch and water, it acts like a liquid, but apply rapid force and it solidifies, bends and even tears

Can we drink Oobleck?

Luckily, the gooey substance is non toxic. But it probably won't taste good since it's just constarch and water.

How to make Oobleck fluid?

Mix 2 cups of cornstarch and 1 cup of water in a bowl. Add food colour to make it more attractive for kids, mix well untill oobleck is formed. Kids will enjoy playing it