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1. You need forks, tooth picks and a glass.
2. Slide the forks together so they are stuck together.
3. Put a tooth pick in the middle and find the balance point.
The science concept at play is the "center of mass" the point where the entire weight of the system (forks and toothpick) is considered to be concentrated. By carefully positioning the toothpick you can manipulate the center of mass to be directly over the edge of the glass.
I promise it is my kitchen, and my hands in these photos, It IS Doable! Give it a try!
4. Light the inside end of the tooth pick on fire, it will burn to the edge of the glass, and still stay balanced!
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Teach your kids that science is like Magic! It can be amazing and FUN!
Extra Challenge!!!!!
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