A little magic will never hurt! Magic entertainment, which you will now read, will amaze you. But do not think that the secret of this miracle toy was given to us by a fairy: by no means. The secret of fluid that can dance and change its structure is revealed to us by simple physics. In science, this fluid is called non-Newtonian . The fact that the name is, is not surprising, because this substance violates all conceivable laws.
Non-Newtonian liquid
Are you intrigued already? And here is another joy: this liquid of interesting behavior can easily be made in your kitchen. All you need for this, most likely, there already is. In order to look at the "living" liquid, you only need to mix starch – common or corn – with water, in a 1: 1 ratio. Stir the mixture well. Miracle liquid will be immediately ready for a variety of entertainment. First, pour the liquid into a shallow container, like a baking tray. Turn on the rhythmic music, in which there will be enough bass. Now an important point: put a container of liquid on the column. And watch … What you see, at first you are shocked. The liquid will change its viscosity, become dense, then spread. And all this without your participation. A great dance, from which immediately the mood will rise.
Take the liquid in your hands and play with it. If your movements are smooth, it will drain on your fingers, drip. If you swing the fluid in the ball and hit it against the floor, it jumps like a real ball. You can form a tight ball and put it on the surface with a small hole. You will be very surprised when you see how the mixture slowly flows, changing its consistency. Needless to say, what a delight the child will be from such a pastime ! If you add a couple of drops of food coloring in different colors to the "dancing liquid", the effect from the experiments will be even more vivid. Attention: this is beyond the bounds of ecstasy. If you add 1 cup of condensed milk to 1 jar. l. cornstarch and food coloring, you will have an edible version of this miracle liquid! Experiment, give the child joy and do not stop wondering at the world, no matter how old you are. Give your friends an idea for an exciting entertainment: show them the recipe for "dancing fluid" .