Instructional Video3:52
TED-Ed

How Polarity Makes Water Behave Strangely

6th - 12th Standards
Water is common? Not really! Learn how the polarity of the water molecule gives it tremendous properties that make is quite unique in the universe. Learners will understand surface tension, adhesion, and cohesion, as well as why these...
Instructional Video2:50
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NASA

The Anatomy of a Raindrop

6th - 8th
After reviewing the water cycle, zoom in on a raindrop and learn about the physics determining its shape. See actual footage of raindrops falling with high-speed photography! A written description of the same information is also provided...
Instructional Video1:04
Steve Spangler Science

Traveling Water - Sick Science! #026

4th - 9th
Transfer water from one cup to another without touching it. The amazing properties of water make this wonder occur! Have your young earth scientists conduct this experiment when learning about adhesion, cohesion, and water molecule...
Instructional Video1:06
Steve Spangler Science

Anti-Gravity Water - Sick Science! #073

6th - 9th
Explore the effects of gravity using this demonstration on surface tension. Learners fill a glass with water, put a handkerchief over the top creating a seal, and then turn the glass over without losing a drop. This is a terrific way to...
Instructional Video1:22
Curated OER

Cohesion

5th - 7th
The concept of cohesion is explained in this very clear and easy to follow video. Viewers will see how water molecules stick together by fusing their negative and positive charges together to create the bond called cohesion. Good...