Walking on Eggs: Testing the Limits of Eggshell Strength

Walking on Eggs: Testing the Limits of Eggshell Strength

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Fun

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explores the challenge of walking on eggs without breaking them. Participants use plexiglass shoes and an egg carpet to distribute weight evenly. Despite initial fears, they successfully walk and even run on eggs, demonstrating the eggs' surprising strength. The experiment highlights the importance of balance and weight distribution, with testers reflecting on the experience and achieving the goal of minimal egg breakage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material were the high-tech shoes made of for walking on eggs?

Glass

Metal

Plastic

Plexiglass

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the key technique to successfully walk on eggs without breaking them?

Standing still

Walking quickly

Jumping lightly

Distributing weight gently

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the length of the egg carpet used in the challenge?

1 meter

3 meters

2 meters

4 meters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern when walking on the egg carpet?

Breaking the eggs

The eggs being too fresh

Slipping on the eggs

The eggs feeling like pebbles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many eggs were used in the giant sole for the final challenge?

540 eggs

1260 eggs

720 eggs

1080 eggs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the final challenge with the giant sole of eggs?

All eggs broke

Some eggs broke

The sole collapsed

No eggs broke

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unique feature of the eggs used in the challenges?

They were fresh

They were hard-boiled

They were painted

They were past their sell-by date