Physics Girl: This Weird Straw Effect
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Learn MoreIn this episode, host Dianna Cowern experiments with straws and water to discuss convex and concave lenses. Is it possible to create a lens in a straw? Part of the "Physics Girl" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 5 minutes
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Physics, Science Experiments, Science Methods
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Physics Girl
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