The role of surface tension in biological symmetry - Phys.org


5/6/2022 12:00:00 AM2 years 11 months ago
by Science X staff

EPFL researchers have discovered that symmetry in the human body is influenced by surface tension, the same mechanical phenomenon that allows lightweight insects to walk on water. A paper discussing this surprising finding, which is akin to a form of natural …

EPFL researchers have discovered that symmetry in the human body is influenced by surface tension, the same mechanical phenomenon that allows lightweight insects to walk on water. A paper discussing … [+6009 chars]

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