Why Are Your Headphones Always in a Knot

The video explores the common issue of tangled earbuds, explaining that scientists have studied how strings naturally form knots. A 2007 experiment by a UCSD professor revealed that strings form knots quickly when agitated. The study used knot theory to understand the types of knots formed. It was found that longer strings and slower spinning increase knot formation, while stiffer strings and smaller spaces reduce it. The video concludes with practical solutions to prevent earbud tangles, such as storing them in small spaces.

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