Monday 13 May 2013

What happens when you wring out a washcloth in zero-G?

What happens when you wring out a washcloth in zero-G? 

The surface tension of water was originally studied by Agnes Pockles while she did her dishes.  While now Chris Hadfield takes this physical concept that is still not totally understood to space using washing dishes as an example.  When people are frustrated that they cannot study science in a University or do not have access to the materials you might be able to take a look around and wash some dishes.  Who knows you may do what Agnes did and publish her findings in Nature.