This case study features a summary of an adhesive developed using the same principles as those used by gecko feet. In this lesson, students explore Gecko Feet Adhesives. Geckos are able to hang by one toe from a smooth surface and researchers have finally unlocked the reason why and are using this information to develop new adhesive products. Students consider how adhesives inspired by gecko feet were discovered and work together to think about new applications for such adhesives to solve real-life problems. This case could be used as a way to integrate engineering into a lesson on atomic structure or bonds and useful to review the properties of atomic forces. A materials list, teacher notes, teacher background information, safety notes, standards, assessment, resources, and references are provided. This book selection also includes the Table of Contents, About the Authors, Acknowledgments, Introduction, Appendix, Image Credits, and Index.

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Type Book ChapterPub Date 4/5/2019Pages 46Stock # PB444X1_5

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