Why Don’t Spiders Stick to Their Webs?

The video explores the fascinating world of spider webs, highlighting their intricate and sticky nature. It delves into the various uses of spider silk, such as making cocoons and ballooning. The video explains why spiders don't get stuck in their own webs, citing reasons like careful movement and non-sticky threads. It also discusses recent research on a special chemical coating that some spiders secrete to repel their own sticky threads.

What is one of the primary uses of spider webs?

• To ensnare prey

• To create a habitat

• To store water

• To catch sunlight

How do spiders avoid getting stuck in their own webs?

• By using their wings

• By moving quickly

• By carefully touching only with their leg hairs

• By jumping over sticky parts

What is a unique feature of some spider webs?

• They are invisible

• They have non-adhesive threads

• They glow in the dark

• They are made of metal

What was the initial belief about how spiders avoid stickiness?

• They avoid sticky areas completely

• They have a special oil on their feet

• They are immune to stickiness

• They use magic

What recent discovery was made about spiders and their webs?

• Spiders can fly

• Spiders are not affected by gravity

• Spiders can change color

• Spiders have a chemical coating that repels stickiness