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Micro Wave: How to Build a Sandcastle Dreamhouse!

Micro Wave: How to Build a Sandcastle Dreamhouse!

FromShort Wave


Micro Wave: How to Build a Sandcastle Dreamhouse!

FromShort Wave

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Aug 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Grab your towels and flip flops, because we're heading to the beach. Whether you love playing in the sand, or dread getting it off your feet, building a sandcastle is an often underappreciated art form. In today's encore episode, Emily Kwong asks, scientifically, what is the best way to make a sandcastle? What's the right mix of water and sand to create grand staircases and towers? Sedimentologist Matthew Bennett shares his research and insights.
Released:
Aug 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.