Background
Ingredients/Other non- newtonian fluids
How to make Oobleck
Characteristics
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What is oobleck?

A mixture of cornstarch and water.

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What are the 4 main supplies needed to make oobleck?

cornstarch, water, bowl, spoon.

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What is step 1 of making oobleck?

Mix 1 cup of cornstarch and a 1/2 cup of water.

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What happens when you apply pressure to oobleck?

It acts like a solid.

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What is the title of the book from which the name "oobleck"comes from.

Bartholomew and the Oobleck

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What is one other type of non-newtonian fluid? How does it behave?

Toothpaste. It is solid a rest but flows easily when squeezed from a tube.

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What is step 2 to making oobleck?

Stir mixture together until it is well combined.

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What happens to oobleck when you let it sit or move slowly?

Its acts like a liquid.