answersLogoWhite

0


Want this question answered?

Be notified when an answer is posted

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Geckos would be able to walk up wet surfaces as easily as dry ones Why or why not?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Would a snail be able to get out of a full bucket of water?

Snails are able to climb vertical surfaces with ease.


Can geckos just eat meal worms?

Depends on the species. Leopard geckos can, but some others may not be able to.


Why are geckos not able to blink?

All geckos, like snakes, have fused eyelids that make them unable to blink. To clean their eyeballs geckos lick them with protrusible notched tongues.


Do geckos eat nats?

If you are able to contain the gnats and ensure that they are not contaminated in any pesticides or harm full substances to the geckos. They are very small in size so it may be hard for the geckos to see it.


What is one way you could reduce friction between two surfaces?

By applying lubrication e.g greasingOne way is that if rough surfaces produce greater friction than smooth surfaces. Friction also increases if the surfaces push hard against each other.separate the two surfaceLubrication can be used and the surfaces should also be less bumpy or ragged and be able to easily slide over each other.


What forces enable a gecko to climb up a vertical surfaces?

The thousands of small hairs or "setae" found on the pads of their feet have the unique ability to adhere to surfaces without using sticky fluids, suction, or the more usual tiny hooks (found on insect feet). Scientists are still studying the exact mechanisms involved, but have suggested electrostatic forces (Van der Waals) or capillary action as likely explanations. Geckos are able to adhere to almost any surface.


What would happen if surfactant were not present?

Without surfactant, the wet surfaces of the alveoli in your lungs would stick together and your lungs would not be able to expand.


How do geckos climb everything?

Not all geckos have setea on their feet, but those who do are able to scale almost any surface known to man. They are able to do this using the Van Der Walls force. Similar to that of a suction cup.


Who thought Israel would easily be able to overcome the Canaanites?

Caleb


In what biome would a leopard live?

desert.


What animal make chirp sound?

Bird


Advantages of an extended family?

a child(ren) would be able to socialize easily