A puddle that jumps: What bubble bursts reveal about water on lotus-like surfaces
Phys.org
February 26, 2026
Water droplets have a unique ability: They can leap from a surface on their own. This can happen for a variety of reasons, such as when a surface repels water or when heat is involved, such as a water or oil droplet skittering across a hot pan.
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Originally published on Phys.org on 2/26/2026