Write a summary of the lab. This MUST include a statement about what happened, was your hypothesis correct/incorrect, how could the experiment be improved?(about Oobleck)
The lab involved testing the properties of Oobleck, a non-Newtonian fluid made from a mixture of cornstarch and water. The experiment aimed to determine whether Oobleck behaved as a solid or a liquid under different conditions.
The hypothesis stated that the Oobleck would exhibit fluid-like properties when pressure was applied slowly, but solid-like properties when pressure was applied quickly. The experiment involved placing the Oobleck mixture in a large container and testing it by pushing a hand into it slowly and quickly.
The results of the lab confirmed the hypothesis. When pressure was applied slowly, the Oobleck allowed the hand to sink in and exhibited liquid-like behavior. However, when pressure was applied quickly, the Oobleck became rigid and exhibited solid-like behavior, making it difficult to penetrate or move.
Therefore, the hypothesis was correct, as the Oobleck displayed distinct properties of both a liquid and a solid depending on the speed of the applied force.
To improve the experiment, it could have been beneficial to include more trials or variations in the application of pressure to ensure consistent results. Additionally, capturing the experiments on video could have provided clearer evidence of the Oobleck's behavior and allowed for more detailed analysis.