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What are spiderwebs made from?

What are spiderwebs made from?

FromImagine This


What are spiderwebs made from?

FromImagine This

ratings:
Length:
9 minutes
Released:
Oct 24, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Did you know that spiders have a secret superpower? They can spin their own homes in the form of strong and sticky spider webs. But how do they do it? Dr Andrew Walker from the University of Queensland, is our expert on creepy crawlies, and he swings in to tell us why spiderwebs are so strong.
Released:
Oct 24, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (41)

Imagine This is a science podcast for the young and curious. Have you ever wondered how bees make honey? Or how do fish breathe underwater? Or, very importantly, where your poo goes when you flush it down the toilet? Imagine This is a series of puzzling science questions from inquisitive young minds. Our host, Dr Niraj Lal, chats to kids and Australia's leading academics, taking you on imaginative adventures to learn about the world around us and find the answers together.  This podcast is suited to kids aged 4 and up, though all members of the family are sure to learn something!