Ep 7. Rubber, Beakmania & Hair
- October 26, 1996
In episode 7 of season 4 of Beakman's World, titled Rubber, Beakmania & Hair, Beakman and his crew explore the science of rubber and demonstrate its elasticity and usefulness in everyday products like erasers and tires. He shows how rubber can be molded and stretched, and even bounces a basketball made entirely out of rubber.
Next, Beakman introduces a new segment called "Beakmania," where kids from across the country send in their science questions for him to answer. This week, Beakman tackles questions about electricity and magnets, explaining the science behind how they work and demonstrating with fun experiments.
Finally, Beakman takes a break from the usual science lessons to focus on the science of hair. He explains how hair grows and why some people have different types of hair, such as curly or straight. He also has some fun with static electricity, showing how it can make hair stand on end and cling to a balloon.
Throughout the episode, Beakman's trusty sidekicks, Lester and Liza, chime in with their own witty comments and questions, making the show both educational and entertaining. The episode is designed to encourage kids to have a love for science and to explore the world around them with curiosity and wonder.
