Why Do I Get Wrinkly Fingers in the Bath?

The video explores why skin becomes wrinkly after prolonged exposure to water. It explains that skin is made up of layers, with vessels that shrink when wet, causing the top layer to loosen and wrinkle. This wrinkling may help improve grip in slippery conditions, as shown by experiments where pruney fingers performed better at picking up objects underwater. The video concludes by inviting viewers to engage with SciShow Kids.

How do the wrinkles on our fingers help us in slippery conditions?

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What happens to our skin after we dry off from being in water?

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