Ep 8. Super Weird

Outrageous Acts Of Science season 10 episode 8, titled Super Weird, takes a deep dive into the world of bizarre science experiments. The show features some of the most awe-inspiring, super weird, and downright mind-blowing displays of scientific genius, all in the quest to unlock the secrets of the universe.

In this episode, viewers are treated to a range of fascinating experiments, from an investigation into the science of the world's strongest animal to a revealing look at the extraordinary properties of one of the strangest elements in the periodic table.

The first segment of the episode focuses on a feature that explores the world of extreme muscle power in the animal kingdom. The animal in question is the mantis shrimp, a creature that boasts the title of the world's strongest punch. Hosts and experts delve into exactly what makes these little creatures possess such immense strength and how they are able to deliver a punch that is 50 times as strong as their own bodyweight. The experiments feature some eye-opening demonstrations of the shrimp's incredible powers, including the ability to break through shatterproof glass and knock out crabs with a single blow.

The next segment of the episode examines one of the most unusual elements in the periodic table. The experts in this episode investigate the properties of bismuth, a metal that looks like a psychedelic version of silver. They perform several experiments, including melting and recrystallizing bismuth. The results are truly mesmerizing as a kaleidoscope of colours emanates from the metal.

In the third feature of Outrageous Acts Of Science season 10 episode 8, viewers get to witness an experiment that tests Newton's Third Law of Motion. The experiment in question involves a group of skydivers who set out to create the biggest, fastest, and most powerful human slingshot ever made. The show documents the making of the slingshot and follows the brave souls who volunteer to hurtle themselves through the air at breakneck speeds.

Moving on from the slingshot experiment, viewers are then treated to an investigation into the science of self-propelled magnets. The experts demonstrate experiments that showcase the interesting ways in which magnets can move themselves around. From spiralling along wires, crawling up walls, and hovering in mid-air, magnets are shown to be capable of some incredibly bizarre actions. The episode looks at what makes these rare magnets behave in such strange ways.

The final segment of Outrageous Acts Of Science season 10 episode 8 looks at the science behind how one can create their own earthquake. The hosts conduct experiments that demonstrate the specific frequencies at which various objects vibrate. The experimenters then use that knowledge to create mini earthquakes on a small desktop, all through the use of sound waves. The results are eye-opening and prove that a tiny earthquake can be created anywhere.

Outrageous Acts Of Science season 10 episode 8 is a wild ride through a range of bizarre science experiments that are sure to both challenge your understanding of the world and leave you utterly mesmerized. The episodes' focus on mind-bending experiments, exploring the limits of physics, and investigating the bizarre properties of natural phenomena make it a must-watch for anyone who is a lover of science and has an inquisitive mind. Overall, this episode shows how science can be both educational and mesmerizing all at once.