Why Don't Spiders Stick to Their Webs?

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

What is one of the primary uses of spider webs?

• To create a habitat for other insects

• To provide shade

• To catch prey

• To store water

How do spiders typically move across their webs without getting stuck?

• They carefully walk using only the tips of their legs

• They slide on their bellies

• They use their wings to fly over the web

• They jump from one spot to another

What is a unique feature of some spider webs that helps spiders avoid sticky areas?

• They are electrified to repel the spider

• They are coated with a slippery substance

• They are made entirely of non-sticky silk

• They have non-adhesive threads as scaffolding

What was the initial belief about how spiders avoid sticking to their webs?

• They avoid touching the web entirely

• They use magic

• They are immune to stickiness

• They have a special oil on their feet

What recent discovery was made about spiders and their webs?

• Spiders secrete a chemical that repels their silk

• Spiders are not affected by gravity

• Spiders can fly

• Spiders can change the color of their webs