One In The Hand

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In this physics demonstration, learners are challenged to break a raw egg just by squeezing it. Learners will be shocked by their inability to complete the deceivingly simple challenge. Use this activity to introduce learners to how specific shapes like arches provide strength and stability to structures. Also, this egg-related activity could be integrated into any Easter or Spring themed programming. This activity guide includes a helpful video that demonstrates each step of the activity.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
Under 5 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 4 - adult
Resource Types:
Activity, Demonstration
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • raw egg
  • plastic bag or glove (for the unconfident!)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Engineering and Technology
    • Engineering
      • Agricultural Engineering
      • Civil Engineering
  • Physical Sciences
    • Motion and Forces
  • The Nature of Science
    • The Scientific Process
      • Conducting Investigations

Informal Categories

  • Food and Cooking

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Institute of Physics,