[Ziggy's Mailbag] How Parachutes Fly, Squishies Bounce & More! – Physics & Everyday Engineering for Kids

from STEM with Dr. Owl · host Orbital Owl

Children will learn the foundational physics behind everyday engineering, exploring how air resistance slows parachutes and water pressure powers fire hoses. Join Dr. Owl, Curious Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they dive into an overflowing mailbag of listener questions, uncovering the space-age secrets of memory foam and discovering how conveyor belts keep things moving!

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