Why Can’t We Just Walk on Water Like Ducks Do?

Imagine you're wearing a special kind of shoe that repels water, like a super slippery boot. Ducks have something similar on their feet! When they walk, the water doesn’t stick to them as much, so it acts like a spring underneath. That helps them float and even walk on top of water without sinking. It's like walking on a trampoline made of tiny bubbles.

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  1. A duck steps on a lake, like walking on a trampoline made of bubbles.
  2. You try to walk on a puddle with your muddy shoes and sink immediately.
  3. Your dog tries to walk across the pond but slips into the water.

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