High Five Facts - Inventions

High Five Facts - Inventions

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Science

KG - 6th Grade

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The video explores five fascinating invention stories. It begins with the Post-it Note, which originated from a failed adhesive experiment by Dr. Spencer Silver and was later popularized by Art Fry. Next, it covers the Frisbee's evolution from pie tins to a popular toy, thanks to Walter Morrison and Wham-O. The microwave oven's accidental discovery by Percy Spencer is also highlighted. The video then delves into the creation of bubble gum by Walter Diemer, who stumbled upon a unique formula. Finally, it discusses the development of erasable pens in the 1970s, which revolutionized writing by allowing mistakes to be easily corrected.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was unique about the first batch of bubble gum created by Walter Dimmer?

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What innovation did erasable pens bring to writing?

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