Understanding Non-Newtonian Fluids: Cornstarch and Water

What happens when cornstarch is mixed with water and stirred gently?

• It behaves like a solid.

• It behaves like a liquid.

• It evaporates.

• It becomes a gas.

What does squeezing the cornstarch and water mixture feel like?

• A liquid

• A gas

• A paste

• A rubber

Who developed the mathematical model to predict the behavior of cornstarch and water?

• Oxford physicists

• Stanford researchers

• MIT engineers

• Harvard scientists

How does the mathematical model help in understanding the material's behavior?

• Predicts color changes

• Predicts temperature effects

• Predicts solid or liquid state

• Predicts electrical conductivity

What size are cornstarch particles typically?

• 30 to 40 microns wide

• 20 to 30 microns wide

• 10 to 20 microns wide

• 1 to 10 microns wide

What causes cornstarch particles to repel each other?

• Electric charges

• Gravitational forces

• Magnetic forces

• Thermal energy

What is the relative size of a cornstarch particle compared to a grain of sand?

• About the same size

• About 10 times larger

• About 100 times smaller

• About 1000 times smaller

What happens when cornstarch and water is moved too quickly?

• It dissolves completely.

• It behaves like a solid.

• It behaves like a liquid.

• It behaves like a gas.

What practical applications does the mathematical model have?

• Making toys

• Filling potholes

• Cleaning products

• Cooking recipes

What future explorations does the model allow for?

• High-speed transportation

• Space travel

• Underwater constructions

• Ultra-fine particle solutions