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Why Do Some Things Stain?

Why Do Some Things Stain?

Update: 2026-01-05
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πŸ‡ Oh no! Emma has spilled grape juice on her favorite white shirt! Why won’t it just wipe off like water? In this episode, Dr. Owl takes us on a microscopic journey to discover that fabric is actually like a giant "net," liquids play on different teams, and soap is a molecular superhero with two hands! Tune in to solve the mystery of the "Grape Crusader" and learn the science behind sticky situations.


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Learning Connection Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: PS1.A – Structure and Properties of Matter.

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Why Do Some Things Stain?

Why Do Some Things Stain?

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