Lesson Description:

In this lesson, students will test the shear strength of different sticky tapes by performing tests in which they will take measurements, record data, and report their findings. They will explain how the usefulness of a manufactured product depends on its function for a particular purpose. Students will learn about how scientists and engineers look to nature to invent products that are useful in our lives.

Stephanie Lopez showing how Geckos have inspired polymer scientists at The University of Akron.